Data Scientist – Jhb/ Hybrid – R700k Pa
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Data Scientist - JHB/ Hybrid - R700K PAPOSITION INFO:Our client in the insurance industry is currently in search for a Data Scientist to be part of their data science team. You will turn complex datasets into actionable insights and intelligent solutions that improve risk modeling, claims prediction, fraud detection, and customer personalization.Youll work alongside engineers, analysts, and business leaders to make data a competitive advantage.Requirements:
- 4 to 6 years commercial experience
- Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods
- Proficient in Python or R; experience with SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and version control (e.g., Git)
- Experience with insurance data (claims, underwriting, policy, or fraud) is a strong plus
- Curious mindset, problem-solving skills, and ability to explain complex ideas clearly
- Analyze large and diverse datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and opportunities
- Build and validate predictive models using machine learning techniques
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate problems into data science solutions
- Develop dashboards, visualizations, and reports to support decision-making
- Work closely with data engineers to ensure clean, high-quality data pipelines
- Stay up to date with the latest in data science, machine learning, and insurance tech
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
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Job IdJD1424650
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:R700000 per year
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned