Centurion: Senior Data Scientist posted by Hire Resolve

February 15, 2026 Jobs in Centurion

Hire Resolve

Gauteng

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

About the Role

Hire Resolve is currently assisting a leading Telematics company in Centurion in looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Scientist. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and applying advanced analytics techniques to extract insights from large and complex data sets, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and data products, and contributing to the end-to-end development of AI solutions using data science and machine learning.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and apply advanced analytics techniques to extract insights from large and complex data sets
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and data products
Translate complex business problems into analytical frameworks and provide actionable insights
Contribute to the end-to-end development of AI solutions using data science and machine learning, ensuring they address real-world challenges in telemetry, IoT, and Engineering domains, as determined by business.
Integrate AI solutions into the overall engineering environment, leveraging tools and processes that align with industry best practices.
Document project details, methodologies, and best practices, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer among team members.
Present findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science (preferred), will consider Engineering or related
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in AI, data science, and machine learning, & At least 2 years in Senior Data Scientist role
Proven experience as a Data Scientist with a focus on applying machine learning techniques in a commercial setting
Strong hands-on experience with AI, DataBricks, PySpark, Azure, LLM’s, MLOps, PowerBI, Linux and GIS
Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency in SQL
Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, scikit-learn, or PyTorch
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and collaborative team environment
Experience in the Telematics or automotive industry is a plus

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Qualifications

No formal education/certifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: R900K/yr – R1.1mil/yr, negotiable

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