Data Science Leader

2 months ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa E-Merge Full time

Job Summary:

E-Merge is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to lead the development and application of predictive models across the entire credit life cycle. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, producing, analyzing, documenting, and enhancing a range of predictive models to drive business growth and improve decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Business Requirements Analysis: Translate business requirements into analytical reporting solutions, ensuring that our models meet the needs of our stakeholders.
  • Predictive Modeling: Play a leading role in the development and application of predictive models across the entire credit life cycle, leveraging your expertise in machine learning, statistical analysis, and data science.
  • Research and Development: Conduct continuous research to identify predictors and enhance model development practice and techniques, staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
  • Model Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and report on the effectiveness of scorecard strategies, providing actionable insights to inform business decisions.
  • Skills and Qualifications:
    • Education: Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Financial Risk Management, Data Science, Engineering, or Computer Science, or related disciplines.
    • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in developing scorecards, with a minimum of 2 years in the Credit Risk environment.
    • Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL, one of SAS, R, or Python, and experience in extracting data from databases.
    • Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

What We Offer:

E-Merge offers a competitive salary, a dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced data scientist looking to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply.


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