Data Scientist - Johannesburg - up to R900k per an

Leading financial institution that is known sees themselves as money experts who do good is currently looking for a Data Scientist to join their impactful enterprise. The Data Scientist will be responsible for designing, prototyping, and building next-generation analytic engines and services by applying strong expertise in Machine Learning, Data Mining, and information retrieval. APPLY NOW!!! Requirements: * Degree in Computer Sciences / Statistics / Mathematics * 5-7 years commercial experience * R * Python * MATLAB * C * C++ * Java * Hadoop Responsibilities: * Develop best-in-class statistical models and algorithms * Conducts advanced statistical analysis * Provide actionable insights, identify trends, and measure performance * Create value out of enterprise-wide data * Provide insights to BI and BA to further exploit and present their models * Provide strategic direction into data information received * Apply advanced analytical techniques such as Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to derive business value * Conduct data discovery for inclusion in models. * Collaborate with key stakeholders to obtain business acumen and intellectual property * Keep abreast with latest tools and techniques * Understands business problems and designs end-to-end analytics use cases * Collaborates with model developers to implement and deploy scalable solutions * Develop complex models and algorithms that drive innovation throughout the organization Reference Number for this position is NN54627 which is a permanent position based in Johannesburg offering a cost to company salary of up to R900k per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Nigel on (Email Address Removed) or call him on (Phone Number Removed); 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 (URL Removed) for more great positions. Do you have a friend who is a developer or technology specialist? We pay cash for successful referrals! *Desired Skills: * * R * Python * C++ * Hadoop *Desired Qualification Level: * * Degree