This is a remote position.
Location:
Cape Town |
Work Type:
Remote |
Contact Duration:
12 Months |
Job ID:
J107261
About our client:
Our client, a highly reputable and prestigious household name, has made one of the biggest local investments in AI, machine learning and has created a unique niche speciality division to embrace AI. This team is dynamic, fast paced and dedicated to R&D and innovation. That is the team you will be working with, the focus for this specific role is Business Analysis. They are looking for an excellent communicator who can liaise with senior business stakeholders. They would love to see Analytics and Reporting experience. Requirements elicitation and experience using wireframes and mockups would seal the offer but isn’t essential, just a nice to have. This role is initially a long contract position but in our experience with this client, their roles have always evolved to permanent because the contractor loves the work and because it is such a fast growing business, there is always a need. This is a super smart and highly innovative team, you will have the opportunity to learn as well as add value. It is also a global cosmopolitan team, so you will have the opportunity to work with the best in the world. Going to work won’t feel like “work” with this team. PS Feel free to let us know if you would like a call to find out more information if you aren’t sure whether to click “apply”.
What you will be doing:
Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, Data Scientists, and Data Engineers to ensure technical builds align with strategic business goals.
Lead the gathering and validation of complex requirements specifically for data-driven applications, analytics dashboards, and AI/ML model deployment.
Produce high-quality documentation including functional and non-functional specifications, User Stories, and Source-to-Target Mappings (STTM).
Create detailed wireframes and mockups to visualize data interfaces and reporting tools, facilitating early stakeholder feedback and alignment.
Utilise strong analytical capabilities to interpret data trends, assess data quality, and define KPIs that quantify the success of AI initiatives.
Identify opportunities to optimise data workflows and integration points across the organisation.
What our client is looking for:
A relevant tertiary qualification would be ideal (Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Information Systems, etc.)
A proven background in Data Analytics, Machine Learning (ML) would be fab but isn’t essential, and AI. You should understand the lifecycle of a data project, from ingestion to visualisation.
Proficiency in requirements elicitation techniques and the ability to produce comprehensive documentation.
Experience with wireframing and mockup tools (e.g., Figma, Balsamiq, or Miro) to communicate user experience and data visualisation concepts.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex "Data Lake" or AI concepts to non-technical executives.
Requirements
Business Analyst, Data Analytics, AI, Machine Learning, Stakeholder Management, Requirements Elicitation, Wireframing, Data Science, Data Engineering, Remote
