Data Scientist - AI Model Development

Our client is a rapidly expanding data analytics firm seeking a talented Data Scientist with a strong focus on developing and deploying advanced AI models. This role is based in
** Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA**, but offers a fully remote work arrangement. You will be instrumental in transforming raw data into actionable insights and predictive capabilities that drive significant business value. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will design, build, and validate machine learning models, contributing to innovative solutions across various sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in a remote setting while making a tangible impact on our clients' success.

• Develop, train, and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for various business applications.
• Perform data cleaning, feature engineering, and data transformation to prepare datasets for modeling.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into data science problems.
• Implement and deploy models into production environments, working closely with engineering teams.
• Monitor model performance, identify drift, and implement retraining strategies as needed.
• Communicate complex findings and model insights effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI.
• Contribute to the development of best practices for data science workflows and model management.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience in data science or machine learning, with a proven track record of building predictive models.
• Proficiency in Python and relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, Num Py, Scikit-learn, Tensor Flow, PyTorch).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and evaluation metrics.
• Experience with SQL and database management.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, particularly in a remote team setting.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including advanced training.
• Access to modern data science tools and platforms.
• Engaging projects with significant impact.
• Generous annual leave.
• Home office stipend.