Senior Data Scientist
7 days ago
Senior Data Scientist
Teraco Data Environments
2025/01/13 Gauteng
Job Reference Number: SDS_JB1
Department: Operations
Industry: Information Technology
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The Senior Data Scientist is responsible for:
- Shaping and executing Teraco's data and analytics strategy
- Driving business innovation through the effective use of data and analytics
- Fostering a data-driven and model-driven culture
- Ensuring that data and analytics capabilities support business objectives
Artificial Intelligence
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for data and analytics driven solutions.
- Lead the design, implementation, and use of artificial intelligence / machine learning and analytics.
- Design and incorporate best practices of "MLOps" for managing the lifecycle of models / solutions. E.g. data preparation, model training, feature selection, evaluation, model selection, deployment, monitoring, maintaining, code version control, etc.
Data Engineering (incl. Data Management)
- Design and help build a modern data platform with a robust data governance framework.
- Incorporate best practices of managing "big data" (i.e. high volume, high velocity, high variety).
- Establish and execute processes for data quality, metadata management, and data lifecycle management.
- Ensure adherence to relevant data privacy and regulatory requirements.
Leadership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the business, providing insights and recommendations based on data.
- Advocate for data-driven decision-making across Teraco.
- Drive a culture of innovation and continuous learning and teaching – both within the Data & Analytics team and within the broader Teraco business.
- Stay on top of emerging trends in data science, AI, and analytics.
- Mentor and develop team members and stakeholders, promoting professional growth and expertise.
Value
- Measure and communicate the business impact of data and analytics initiatives to stakeholders.
- Continuously optimise data and analytics processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Skill Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Clearly articulates ideas and thoughts.
- Active listening and the ability to understand complex requirements.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
- Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated and professional demeanour.
- Leadership qualities with high tolerance and patience.
- Commitment to self-development and continuous learning.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good prioritisation and organisation skills.
- Complies with policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Post graduate qualifications in data science, statistics, machine learning, data engineering, computer science, or related fields.
- Minimum of 8 years' experience in data science, machine learning, AI.
- Deep experience with the core tools of Python and SQL.
- Experience with data science open source tools (e.g. MLflow, scikit-learn, Git, Airflow, Postgres, etc.)
- Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle.
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