Data Scientist

We're working with an organisation that is building out its data function from the ground up. With recent international investment, they're scaling quickly and are focused on transforming their analytics capability into a premium driver of business decisions.

They are currently looking to add another Data Scientist to an innovative, cutting-edge, brand new department.



What you'll be doing:



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Supporting the product development and analytics teams with automated reporting solutions
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Analysing demographic data to support service bundling and increase product premium potential
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Utilising SAS and AWS for predictive modelling and lifetime value modelling.
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Structuring, problem-solving, and working cross-functionally to deliver insights that drive business decisions
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Contributing to a relatively new team (you'll be joining a highly capable team member already in place) with a large project backlog and opportunity for growth



Tech environment:



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SAS
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AWS
* Machine Learning (BedRock)
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Python



What they're looking for:



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A solutions-oriented mindset - if you see problems everywhere, this won't be the right environment
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Curiosity and willingness to learn - sector experience (retail) is not essential, but it is nice to have.
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A genuine interest in turning data into actionable business insights



Hiring Process:



1

Introductory coffee chat
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Formal interview
3

Remote technical assessment



Other Details:



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Hybrid working: 3 days in office, Sandton
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Clear and fast-moving interview process
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Company is scaling fast - lots of autonomy, not a place for micromanagement



If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up, let's chat.