Lead Data Scientist - Insurance Analytics
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-21
Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client seeks a visionary Lead Data Scientist to spearhead their insurance analytics initiatives. This fully remote position offers the unique opportunity to define and execute the company's data science strategy, driving innovation in areas such as risk modeling, fraud detection, and customer behavior analysis. You will lead a team of talented data scientists, mentor junior members, and collaborate with cross-functional departments to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
This role is perfect for an experienced leader who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform the insurance industry from Pretoria to the rest of the nation.
- Develop and implement advanced machine learning models and statistical analyses to solve critical business problems in insurance.
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of predictive models for areas such as customer segmentation, churn prediction, and risk assessment.
- Mentor and guide a team of data scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify key opportunities for data-driven decision-making and product enhancement.
- Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in data science, with a significant portion focused on the insurance or financial services industry.
- Proven experience in leading data science projects and teams.
- Expertise in programming languages like Python or R, and proficiency with SQL and big data technologies.
- Strong understanding of various machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
- Highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus potential.
- Fully remote position with complete flexibility and a home office stipend.
- Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Significant investment in professional development, conferences, and continuous learning.
- Opportunity to shape the future of data analytics in a forward-thinking insurance company.
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