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    Data Scientist

    Location:Johannesburg
    Type:Permanent
    Reference:#GZ60435
    Company:E-Merge IT Recruitment

    Our client in the insurance industry is currently in search for a data scientist to be part of their data science team. You will turn complex datasets into actionable insights and intelligent solutions that improve risk modeling, claims prediction, fraud detection, and customer personalisation.

    You’ll work alongside engineers, analysts, and business leaders to make data a competitive advantage.

    Requirements:
    • 4-6 years commercial experience
    • Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods
    • Proficient in Python or R; experience with SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
    • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and version control (e.g., Git)
    • Experience with insurance data (claims, underwriting, policy, or fraud) is a strong plus
    • Curious mindset, problem-solving skills, and ability to explain complex ideas clearly
    Responsibilities:
    • Analyse large and diverse datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and opportunities
    • Build and validate predictive models using machine learning techniques
    • Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate problems into data science solutions
    • Develop dashboards, visualisations, and reports to support decision-making
    • Work closely with data engineers to ensure clean, high-quality data pipelines
    • Stay up to date with the latest in data science, machine learning, and insurance tech
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, statistics, computer science, or a related field
    Reference Number for this position is GZ60435 which is a permanent position based in Johannesburg offering a cost-to-company salary of R700,000 per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

    Are you ready for a change of scenery? The e-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.

    Do you have a friend who is a developer or technology specialist? We pay cash for successful referrals!

    Posted on 12 May 14:10, Closing date 11 Jul

    Apply

    Garth Zoutendyk
    garthz@e-merge.co.za
    0114633633

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