Senior Data Scientist – AI & Advanced Analytics

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (Onsite)

 

Build AI Solutions That Solve Real-World Operational Challenges

Are you an experienced Data Scientist who enjoys solving complex business problems and seeing your models make a measurable impact in real-world environments?

We are working with a client seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development and deployment of advanced AI and Machine Learning solutions across large-scale operational and industrial environments.

This is an opportunity to work on more than just data analysis and experimentation. You'll be developing production-ready AI solutions that help businesses predict outcomes, optimise operations, improve efficiency, and make smarter decisions.

We're looking for someone who combines strong hands-on technical expertise with commercial understanding, and who can take complex business challenges from initial concept through to production deployment.

What You'll Be Doing

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  Design, develop, and deploy advanced Machine Learning and AI models to solve complex operational and business challenges.

  
  


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  Build predictive, prescriptive, and optimisation models that drive measurable improvements in operational efficiency.

  
  


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  Work with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and subject matter experts to identify opportunities where AI can deliver real value.

  
  


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  Analyse large, complex datasets to uncover patterns, predict outcomes, and generate actionable insights.

  
  


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  Develop time-series forecasting models and AI-driven solutions for operational decision-making.

  
  


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  Collaborate with Data Engineering teams to build scalable data pipelines and production-ready ML solutions.

  
  


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  Deploy, monitor, and continuously improve Machine Learning models using Azure ML and MLOps practices.

  
  


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  Translate technical findings into clear business recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  
  


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  Contribute to AI solution architecture, technical standards, and best practices.

  
  

What We're Looking For

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  8–12+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Advanced Analytics.

  
  


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  Advanced hands-on Python expertise and strong knowledge of Machine Learning algorithms.

  
  


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  Proven experience in Statistical Modelling, Predictive Analytics, and Time