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Remote Lead Data Scientist - Big Data Analytics

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Randburg, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Science Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Randburg

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering force in scientific research and development, is seeking a highly accomplished Lead Data Scientist to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role will involve leveraging vast datasets to uncover insights, build predictive models, and drive data-driven decision-making across critical research initiatives. As a remote-first organization, we embrace flexible working and asynchronous collaboration, seeking individuals who excel in independent work environments.

You will lead a team of talented data scientists, mentor junior members, and define the analytical strategy for key projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of data science in research and development from your home office.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytical models using big data technologies.
  • Oversee and guide a team of data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
  • Develop robust data pipelines and perform complex data manipulation and feature engineering.
  • Identify key business and research questions that can be answered with data analysis.
  • Communicate complex analytical findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and big data technologies.
  • Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to their professional development.
  • Collaborate with engineering and research teams to implement data-driven solutions.
  • Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of analytical solutions.
  • Contribute to the development of best practices and standards within the data science team.
Requirements
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in data science and big data analytics, with a proven track record of leading projects.
  • Extensive experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, and SQL.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
  • Experience in building and deploying production-level machine learning models.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote environment.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen.
Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and ample paid time off. As a fully remote company, we prioritize work-life balance and offer flexible working hours. Employees have access to continuous learning resources, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful, cutting-edge research projects. Join our innovative team and contribute to groundbreaking work in data science, making a significant impact from your remote location.

Your expertise will be highly valued in our collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

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