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Data Scientist and Analytic Manager

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Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

Youll be joining a consulting environment recognised for its strong analytical capability and meaningful impact across a range of industries. The culture values curiosity, innovation, and collaboration offering the right balance between academic rigour and real-world application.

In this position, you will lead a compact team of data specialists and take responsibility for the design, development, and delivery of predictive and AI-driven models. Youll work closely with clients, translating complex data into practical insights, while also shaping and strengthening the organisations analytics offering.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of data scientists and analysts
  • Design, build, and enhance predictive models, continuously improving performance
  • Deliver AI and machine-learning solutions tailored to client needs
  • Own the full modelling lifecycle: Data analysis, feature engineering, modelling, validation, and deployment
  • Present complex analytical insights in a clear, business-focused manner to stakeholders
    Job Experience and Skills Required:
    • Education:
    • Masters degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline
  • PhD highly advantageous
Experience: 23 years experience in a leadership or team-lead capacity Demonstrated end-to-end predictive modelling experience Strong, practical exposure to AI and machine learning ( essential) Prior consulting experience beneficial Proven AI and machine-learning experience Prior experience leading a small team Skills: Python proficiency (essential) SQL experience (advantageous) Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Confidence communicating technical insights to non-technical audiences
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31 Jan 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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