Senior Data Scientist – Port Elizabeth

3 weeks ago


Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa E-Merge Full time

Join a company filled with like-minded individuals who deliver quality solution delivery services and prioritize flexibility in work arrangements, embracing both remote and hybrid models to cater to our staff''s preferences as a Senior Data Scientist you will be responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining advanced AI and Machine Learning models.

**This is an initial six-month contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role afterwards directly with our client. **

Main Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of advanced AI and Machine Learning models to solve complex business challenges.
  • Work closely with data scientists and engineers to ensure smooth integration and deployment of AI solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI solutions with business goals and customer needs.
  • Analyse large datasets to uncover trends and build predictive models.
  • Mentor and guide junior data scientists, promoting best practices in AI and machine learning.
  • Apply Large Language Models (LLMs) and Transformer-based architectures (such as BERT, RoBERTa, GPT-3, etc.) to enhance product development.
  • Build and refine AI features to support business strategies and growth.
  • Automation of controls in the business processes.

Qualifications and Experience required

  • 5-8 years of experience as a Data Scientist with expertise in Machine Learning and AI technologies.
  • Proficient in Python and experienced with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch.
  • Hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms, including gradient boosting, deep learning, and random forests.
  • Expertise in working with Large Language Models and Transformer-based architectures (e.g., BERT, GPT, etc.).
  • Experience with distributed computing frameworks like Hadoop or Spark.
  • Proven experience mentoring and leading junior data scientists.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL and the Microsoft BI technology stack (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS, Power BI) (advantageous)
  • Exposure to financial services, legal industries, or business analytics. (advantageous)
  • Strong knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and advanced data analysis.

The Reference Number for this position is NG59773 which is a 6-month contract position in Port Elizabeth offering a salary of R70k up to R130k per month salary negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on



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