Junior Data Scientist

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We’re on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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Purpose Statement

• To deliver the AI strategy to ensure Capitec can compete in a changing landscape where data science is a key future-oriented strategic differentiator.
• To design and implement predictive models or intelligent algorithms to better understand the drivers of business performance and enable improved management decision-making. 
   

Education (Minimum)

• Honours Degree in Mathematics or Statistics

Education (Ideal or Preferred)

• Masters Degree

Knowledge and Experience

Experience

Minimum:

1 years experience required is conditional on the qualifications obtained 

• Experience in data science, machine learning and deployment of developed solutions
• Business analysis and requirements gathering
• Reproducible coding experience 
• Working with relational and non-relational databases
• Experience in at least one ML language

Ideal:

• Deliver predictive models into a production environment

Knowledge

Minimum:

• Have textbook data science knowledge – a solid understanding of state-of-the-art principles and techniques in at least one discipline of data science, e.g., NLP, Deep Learning etc.
• Solution and experimental design for model development
• Machine learning development and underlying theory and assumptions of techniques. 
• Predictive modelling techniques (statistical and machine learning) and deployment
• Source control systems e.g., Git, Bitbucket, or similar
• Relational database technologies
• Data Science lifecycle and applicable skills within

Ideal:

• Familiarity with modern deep learning frameworks (Tensorflow, PyTorch, MXNet, etc)

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Researching skills
• Planning, organising and coordination skills

Additional Information

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.