Description:
Are you a seasoned Senior Data Science Consultant who enjoys combining advanced analytics with strategic consulting to drive real business impact?
A leading data and analytics organisation is seeking a Senior Data Science Consultant to join its growing, high-performing Data Science team . This role offers the opportunity to lead complex data science initiatives , partner closely with clients, and translate sophisticated analytical insights into clear, actionable business strategies .
In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of data science, consulting, and decision-making , delivering insight-driven solutions that help organisations unlock value from large and alternative datasets. You will collaborate directly with senior stakeholders, influence strategic direction, and play a key role in shaping advanced analytics products and capabilities in a remote or hybrid working environment .
This position is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in client-facing roles , enjoys leading analytical projects end-to-end, and is passionate about using data to solve complex commercial challenges.
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. Postgraduate degree preferred.
· Proven experience (3+ years) in strategic consulting, management consulting, or a related field, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
· Proven experience (7+ years) in a senior level data science role with experience in leading projects and supervising other data scientists.
· Experience with credit risk or pricing models in the financial industry would be advantageous.
· Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as Python and SQL.
· Working knowledge of data management and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc…) and techniques.
· Strong proficiency and proven working experience with statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
· Experience with PySpark and distributed computing using Apache Spark within Azure Synapse.
· Experience designing and developing Synapse Pipelines that integrate: SQL stored procedures, Spark jobs, API integrations, Orchestration and automation flows is highly advantageous
· Experience with Delta Lake / Delta Tables, Databricks, or other modern data lakehouse technologies is a strong advantage.
Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to it.vacancy@stand-outstaffing.co.za . You can also contact the team on XXX-XXXX or alternatively you can visit our website www.stand-outstaffing.co.za
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.