Sabenza IT

Data Scientist

Sabenza IT  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description


Position Overview


We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Senior
Data Scientist to join a dynamic team focused on developing intelligent systems
that drive measurable business outcomes. This role is ideal for a technically
strong data science professional who enjoys solving complex problems,
influencing solution design, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on in
delivery.


The successful candidate will operate as an advanced
contributor and emerging leader, taking ownership of complex workstreams,
shaping analytical and machine learning solutions, and collaborating closely
with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results.


Key Responsibilities


Data Science & Solution Delivery


·

Solve complex and ambiguous data science
challenges from concept through implementation.


·

Design, develop, and deploy advanced analytical
and machine learning solutions.


·

Translate loosely defined business problems into
structured analytical approaches.


·

Lead and own delivery of key project
workstreams.


·

Contribute to architecture, modelling, and
solution design decisions.


·

Identify opportunities to improve models,
processes, and delivery methodologies.


Technical Leadership


·

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to
junior Data Scientists.


·

Conduct code reviews and support best-practice
development standards.


·

Influence technical direction and solution
approaches within project teams.


·

Promote knowledge sharing and continuous
improvement across the team.


Stakeholder Engagement


·

Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and
business stakeholders.


·

Present findings, insights, and recommendations
clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.


·

Support client-facing engagements through
effective communication and problem-solving.


Requirements


Minimum Requirements


Qualifications


·

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM-related field
(required).


·

Master's Degree or PhD in a relevant discipline
(advantageous).


Experience


·

Minimum 3–5 years' experience in Data Science,
Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.


·

Demonstrated experience solving complex
analytical or machine learning problems.


·

Experience contributing to solution design and
technical decision-making.


·

Previous mentoring or leadership exposure within
technical teams advantageous.


Technical Skills


·

Advanced Python programming skills.


·

Strong understanding of:


o

Machine
Learning


o

Statistics


o

Data
Science methodologies


o

Model
development and evaluation


·

Experience with:


o

Pandas


o

NumPy


o

Scikit-learn


o

PyTorch
and/or TensorFlow


·

Experience working within collaborative software
development environments.

Sabenza IT

About Sabenza IT

Sabenza iT Recruitment is a Level 2 BBBEE company with more than 23 years of expertise in Information Technology recruitment. Our team comprises 20 recruiters dedicated to providing top-notch services in recruiting for sectors such as SAP, IT Developers, and IT Security, among others. Sabenza iT is proud to be a wholly South African-owned company.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Natal, Cape Town, Gauteng, ZA
Year Founded
2013
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