Remote Senior Data Scientist - AI​/ML

Our client, a global leader in data analytics and artificial intelligence, is seeking an experienced Remote Senior Data Scientist specializing in AI and Machine Learning to join their distributed team. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects that leverage vast datasets to drive business insights and product innovation. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying advanced ML models, contributing to the strategic direction of our AI initiatives.

This role demands a strong understanding of statistical modeling, deep learning frameworks, and big data technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across different time zones, making communication and self-management crucial. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to shape the future of AI within a cutting‑edge organization, contributing from the comfort of their home office anywhere within South Africa.

• Develop and implement sophisticated machine learning algorithms and deep learning models to solve complex business problems.
• Design and execute A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate model performance and business impact.
• Clean, process, and analyze large, complex datasets from various sources, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to define project requirements and deliver actionable insights.
• Build and maintain robust data pipelines and ML infrastructure for model training, deployment, and monitoring.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in AI, machine learning, and data science, identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through compelling visualizations and presentations.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team’s technical growth and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of strategic data science roadmaps and identify new analytical opportunities.
• Ensure ethical considerations and responsible AI practices are integrated into all aspects of model development and deployment.

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 6 years of hands‑on experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on AI and Machine Learning.
• Proven experience in developing and deploying production‑level ML models using frameworks like Tensor Flow, PyTorch, or scikit‑learn.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of deep learning architectures (e.g., CNNs, RNNs, Transformers).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• A portfolio of completed data science projects or contributions to open‑source projects is highly desirable.
• This is a fully remote position.

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. A generous remote work stipend is provided to ensure a productive home office setup. Employees benefit from flexible working hours, ample paid time off, and opportunities for continuous professional development through online courses, conferences, and specialized training. Our client fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, even in a remote setting, with regular virtual team-building activities and knowledge-sharing sessions.

This role provides the ultimate flexibility and autonomy for a talented data scientist seeking to make a significant impact.