744 Data Scientist jobs in South Africa

Are you a Data Scientist based in the Eastern Cape or willing to relocate, seeking a new and challenging opportunity? This may be the position you have been searching for!

Requirements :

• Proven track record of at least 5 years applied data science / machine learning
• Experience in leading agile product teams to achieve outstanding data solutions
• Implementation experience for data technology and automation of the data science work flow
• Must have worked on Python / R / Java with machine learning algorithms such neural nets and SVMs
• Experience in MS Azure Data Lake, Databricks and Synapse and Analysis Services
• Experience in MS Power BI, SQL Analysis Services, SQL Database Development

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Education

• Graduation — Degree in data analytics or statistics or Actuarial science or Computer science

Special Courses

• Python and R
• Spark: programming, data wrangling
• Azure Data Scientist Associate or Certified Analytics Professional or Data Science Council of America or Open Certified Data Scientist or Amazon AWS Data Analytics Certification or Google Professional Data Engineer Certification

Personal Attributes

• Communication Skills: Proficiency in written and conversational English

Languages Known

• English

Key Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Attitude & Behavior)

• Report writing, review of procedures
• Compilation of Proof of evidence (POE) for training
• Compilation of training manuals (IT)

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Education

• Graduation — Degree in data analytics or statistics or Actuarial science or Computer science

Special Courses

• Python and R
• Spark: programming, data wrangling
• Azure Data Scientist Associate or Certified Analytics Professional or Data Science Council of America or Open Certified Data Scientist or Amazon AWS Data Analytics Certification or Google Professional Data Engineer Certification

Personal Attributes

• Communication Skills: Proficiency in written and conversational English

Languages Known

• English

Key Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Attitude & Behavior)

• Report writing, review of procedures
• Compilation of Proof of evidence (POE) for training
• Compilation of training manuals (IT)

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Overview

Data Scientist

Reporting line: Head of Data Science

Location: Cape Town (Southern Suburbs)

Business Unit: Investment Management

As a Data Scientist, you'll be instrumental in shaping the future of systematic investing. This is a hybrid research-engineering position that blends rigorous quantitative research with practical implementation. You'll work on sourcing and evaluating alternative datasets, developing bespoke machine learning models for financial markets, and building scalable, production-grade pipelines that power real-time investment signals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and implement data science strategies that enhance investment decision-making.
• Identify, acquire, and evaluate alternative data sources that may provide predictive insights into financial markets.
• Develop bespoke machine learning algorithms tailored to financial use cases (e.g. risk forecasting, sentiment analysis, market regime detection).
• Build, test, and deploy end-to-end data and model pipelines that operate reliably at scale.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, quantitative analysts, and software engineers.
• Contribute to internal libraries, tooling, and infrastructure to streamline data science workflows.
• Stay current with academic and industry research, applying innovative techniques where relevant.

Required Experience

• 13 years in a data science or quantitative research role, preferably in finance or another high-impact research domain, OR a recently qualified Masters or PhD graduate.
• Proven track record of delivering production-ready data science solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Honours, Masters and / or PhD in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Quantitative Finance or similar).
• Financial certification advantageous but not required.

Key Competencies

• Strong programming experience in Python with good software engineering practices (modular code, testing, version control, etc.).
• Solid understanding of machine learning, statistical modelling, and time series analysis.
• Experience with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and distributed computing frameworks is a plus.
• Familiarity with data infrastructure (databases, ETL pipelines, containerisation, orchestration tools) is highly desirable.
• Experience using LLMs and working with unstructured / alternative data (text, news, satellite, geolocation) is a bonus.

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Data Scientist page is loaded# Data Scientistlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 29, 2025 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id: R37455# **Job Description**To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.* Take all necessary actions to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and governance requirements in area of accountability.* Ensure implementation of relevant policies, governance and practice standards across the business.* Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and internal compliance procedures and requirements.* Ensure compliance is adopted in terms of systems and procedures as laid out by business.* Implement and provide input into the development of governance and compliance procedures and processes within area of specialisation and identify risks.* Innovate by finding the best fit solution for the situation such as the flexibility of delivery and customised solutions which result in more efficient outcomes.* Maintain ownership of models through regular audits and updates to ensure relevance.* Plan and perform regular model updates that capture evolving business complexity in current models* Challenge current models to ensure relevance and accuracy of outputs.* Test outputs and accuracy of models to ensure relevance.* Use data and analytic insights to provide input into improving customer experience through a better understanding of the customers context to identify monetisation opportunities and monitoring implementation of business decisions to recommend enhancements utilising statistical modelling and data analysis.* Validate, interpret and create reports and presentations for data analytics management and relevant stakeholders.* Review and assist more junior Quantitative Analysts with processes and models.* Adhere to model building policies, standards, frameworks, and governance process.* Ensure own ethical usage of information that complies to restrictions applied for privacy and sensitivity classification.* Understand and ensure implementation and adherence to Privacy business requirements, legislation and policy.* Ensure reporting of any Information Privacy Incidents and escalate appropriately for resolution of Privacy and Protection Audit, Findings, Complaints, Incidents, Investigations and Privacy and Protection Assessments.* Provide input into creation of delivery plans for achievement of outputs / deliverables in collaboration with business stakeholders to understand information requirements for strategy delivery and define metrics that track performance.* Assist in analysis of available data to identify information commercialization opportunities that have not been explored to address business needs and revenue options.* Assist in productionilisation of analytics in the approved FirstRand architecture by translating technical data information into practical business information that addresses identified needs.* Analyse information requirements, availability and quality of data to feed into management for resolution.* Contribute to the development of core analytical capabilities or model libraries using advanced statistical, quantitative or econometric techniques and utilize as appropriate.* Collaborate with numerous departments across the business to aid them in the proper use of data to ensure delivery of desired operational results.* Participate in relevant project related to the businesses overall analytical needs and opportunities.* Assist as SME for analytics applying own understanding of the operations of the business product or service.* Determine the business questions that need be answered and determine appropriate analytics models for utilization.* Source and do some preparation (20-30%) of relevant data sources for analysis.* Translate business requirements into tangible models utilizing own understanding of the business value of projects, models and processes.* Develop and apply analytical algorithms and methods to build, test and implement robust mathematical models and analytical solutions that address business problem, opportunities and improve business outcomes i.e., reduced risk and costs, increased profitability, optimized efficiency and to facilitate strategic decision-making.* Build models that analyze processes to recommend areas for optimization to achieve cost savings, revenue generation or efficiency improvements for the business.* Document and audit relevant processes.* Document and implement models to address specific business requirements.* Conduct appropriate manipulation and analysis of data to pro-actively identify and meet needs of the business for the purpose of future work and to ensure high information-quality and reliability across the business.* Deliver within broad parameters.* Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in.* Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide work support.* Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs.* Manage costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies.* Deliver against operational and cost targets.* Prioritise resource allocation to minimise and reduce wastage.* Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships across the FRG.* Assess own performance through seeking timely, and clear feedback and request training where appropriate.# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**29/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Data Scientist page is loaded# Data Scientistlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 30, 2025 (5 days left to apply)job requisition id: R37122# **Job Description**To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, using advanced analytics technologies, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy.**Purpose:** Drive innovation and efficiency through advanced analytics, model development, and data-driven decision-making to support business strategy and operational improvements.# **Key Responsibilities:*** **Model Development & Analytics:** + Build, implement, and maintain statistical and machine learning models. + Translate business needs into analytical solutions using advanced techniques (e.g., predictive modeling, deep learning, text analytics). + Ensure models are regularly updated, audited, and optimized for accuracy and relevance.* **Data Management & Governance:** + Ensure ethical use of data in compliance with privacy laws and internal policies. + Report and escalate privacy incidents and contribute to resolution efforts. + Apply data wrangling techniques to improve data quality.* **Business Collaboration & Strategy:** + Partner with stakeholders to define metrics, understand data needs, and deliver actionable insights. + Identify opportunities for data commercialization and strategic improvements. + Serve as a subject matter expert in analytics across departments.* **Technical Execution:** + Use tools like Python, SAS, and statistical software to develop and productionize models. + Conduct data visualization to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences. + Apply mathematical concepts (e.g., linear algebra, calculus) to enhance model performance.* **Compliance & Governance:** + Ensure adherence to governance standards, policies, and legislative requirements. + Contribute to the development and implementation of compliance procedures.* **Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing:** + Support junior analysts and foster a culture of learning and collaboration. + Participate in communities of practice and contribute to organizational knowledge.**Experience Required*** 5 + years' experience in a Data Scientist Role* Degree in Mathematics / Bachelor of Science Degree# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**30/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Data Scientist page is loaded# Data Scientistlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 30, 2025 (5 days left to apply)job requisition id: R37122# **Job Description**To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, using advanced analytics technologies, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy.**Purpose:** Drive innovation and efficiency through advanced analytics, model development, and data-driven decision-making to support business strategy and operational improvements.# **Key Responsibilities:*** **Model Development & Analytics:** + Build, implement, and maintain statistical and machine learning models. + Translate business needs into analytical solutions using advanced techniques (e.g., predictive modeling, deep learning, text analytics). + Ensure models are regularly updated, audited, and optimized for accuracy and relevance.* **Data Management & Governance:** + Ensure ethical use of data in compliance with privacy laws and internal policies. + Report and escalate privacy incidents and contribute to resolution efforts. + Apply data wrangling techniques to improve data quality.* **Business Collaboration & Strategy:** + Partner with stakeholders to define metrics, understand data needs, and deliver actionable insights. + Identify opportunities for data commercialization and strategic improvements. + Serve as a subject matter expert in analytics across departments.* **Technical Execution:** + Use tools like Python, SAS, and statistical software to develop and productionize models. + Conduct data visualization to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences. + Apply mathematical concepts (e.g., linear algebra, calculus) to enhance model performance.* **Compliance & Governance:** + Ensure adherence to governance standards, policies, and legislative requirements. + Contribute to the development and implementation of compliance procedures.* **Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing:** + Support junior analysts and foster a culture of learning and collaboration. + Participate in communities of practice and contribute to organizational knowledge.**Experience Required*** 5 + years' experience in a Data Scientist Role* Degree in Mathematics / Bachelor of Science Degree# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**30/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Data Scientist page is loaded# Data Scientistlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 29, 2025 (5 days left to apply)job requisition id: R37455# **Job Description**To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.* Take all necessary actions to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and governance requirements in area of accountability.* Ensure implementation of relevant policies, governance and practice standards across the business.* Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and internal compliance procedures and requirements.* Ensure compliance is adopted in terms of systems and procedures as laid out by business.* Implement and provide input into the development of governance and compliance procedures and processes within area of specialisation and identify risks.* Innovate by finding the best fit solution for the situation such as the flexibility of delivery and customised solutions which result in more efficient outcomes.* Maintain ownership of models through regular audits and updates to ensure relevance.* Plan and perform regular model updates that capture evolving business complexity in current models* Challenge current models to ensure relevance and accuracy of outputs.* Test outputs and accuracy of models to ensure relevance.* Use data and analytic insights to provide input into improving customer experience through a better understanding of the customers context to identify monetisation opportunities and monitoring implementation of business decisions to recommend enhancements utilising statistical modelling and data analysis.* Validate, interpret and create reports and presentations for data analytics management and relevant stakeholders.* Review and assist more junior Quantitative Analysts with processes and models.* Adhere to model building policies, standards, frameworks, and governance process.* Ensure own ethical usage of information that complies to restrictions applied for privacy and sensitivity classification.* Understand and ensure implementation and adherence to Privacy business requirements, legislation and policy.* Ensure reporting of any Information Privacy Incidents and escalate appropriately for resolution of Privacy and Protection Audit, Findings, Complaints, Incidents, Investigations and Privacy and Protection Assessments.* Provide input into creation of delivery plans for achievement of outputs / deliverables in collaboration with business stakeholders to understand information requirements for strategy delivery and define metrics that track performance.* Assist in analysis of available data to identify information commercialization opportunities that have not been explored to address business needs and revenue options.* Assist in productionilisation of analytics in the approved FirstRand architecture by translating technical data information into practical business information that addresses identified needs.* Analyse information requirements, availability and quality of data to feed into management for resolution.* Contribute to the development of core analytical capabilities or model libraries using advanced statistical, quantitative or econometric techniques and utilize as appropriate.* Collaborate with numerous departments across the business to aid them in the proper use of data to ensure delivery of desired operational results.* Participate in relevant project related to the businesses overall analytical needs and opportunities.* Assist as SME for analytics applying own understanding of the operations of the business product or service.* Determine the business questions that need be answered and determine appropriate analytics models for utilization.* Source and do some preparation (20-30%) of relevant data sources for analysis.* Translate business requirements into tangible models utilizing own understanding of the business value of projects, models and processes.* Develop and apply analytical algorithms and methods to build, test and implement robust mathematical models and analytical solutions that address business problem, opportunities and improve business outcomes i.e., reduced risk and costs, increased profitability, optimized efficiency and to facilitate strategic decision-making.* Build models that analyze processes to recommend areas for optimization to achieve cost savings, revenue generation or efficiency improvements for the business.* Document and audit relevant processes.* Document and implement models to address specific business requirements.* Conduct appropriate manipulation and analysis of data to pro-actively identify and meet needs of the business for the purpose of future work and to ensure high information-quality and reliability across the business.* Deliver within broad parameters.* Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in.* Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide work support.* Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs.* Manage costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies.* Deliver against operational and cost targets.* Prioritise resource allocation to minimise and reduce wastage.* Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships across the FRG.* Assess own performance through seeking timely, and clear feedback and request training where appropriate.# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**29/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Data Scientist page is loaded# Data Scientistlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 29, 2025 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id: R37455# **Job Description**To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.* Take all necessary actions to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and governance requirements in area of accountability.* Ensure implementation of relevant policies, governance and practice standards across the business.* Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and internal compliance procedures and requirements.* Ensure compliance is adopted in terms of systems and procedures as laid out by business.* Implement and provide input into the development of governance and compliance procedures and processes within area of specialisation and identify risks.* Innovate by finding the best fit solution for the situation such as the flexibility of delivery and customised solutions which result in more efficient outcomes.* Maintain ownership of models through regular audits and updates to ensure relevance.* Plan and perform regular model updates that capture evolving business complexity in current models* Challenge current models to ensure relevance and accuracy of outputs.* Test outputs and accuracy of models to ensure relevance.* Use data and analytic insights to provide input into improving customer experience through a better understanding of the customers context to identify monetisation opportunities and monitoring implementation of business decisions to recommend enhancements utilising statistical modelling and data analysis.* Validate, interpret and create reports and presentations for data analytics management and relevant stakeholders.* Review and assist more junior Quantitative Analysts with processes and models.* Adhere to model building policies, standards, frameworks, and governance process.* Ensure own ethical usage of information that complies to restrictions applied for privacy and sensitivity classification.* Understand and ensure implementation and adherence to Privacy business requirements, legislation and policy.* Ensure reporting of any Information Privacy Incidents and escalate appropriately for resolution of Privacy and Protection Audit, Findings, Complaints, Incidents, Investigations and Privacy and Protection Assessments.* Provide input into creation of delivery plans for achievement of outputs / deliverables in collaboration with business stakeholders to understand information requirements for strategy delivery and define metrics that track performance.* Assist in analysis of available data to identify information commercialization opportunities that have not been explored to address business needs and revenue options.* Assist in productionilisation of analytics in the approved FirstRand architecture by translating technical data information into practical business information that addresses identified needs.* Analyse information requirements, availability and quality of data to feed into management for resolution.* Contribute to the development of core analytical capabilities or model libraries using advanced statistical, quantitative or econometric techniques and utilize as appropriate.* Collaborate with numerous departments across the business to aid them in the proper use of data to ensure delivery of desired operational results.* Participate in relevant project related to the businesses overall analytical needs and opportunities.* Assist as SME for analytics applying own understanding of the operations of the business product or service.* Determine the business questions that need be answered and determine appropriate analytics models for utilization.* Source and do some preparation (20-30%) of relevant data sources for analysis.* Translate business requirements into tangible models utilizing own understanding of the business value of projects, models and processes.* Develop and apply analytical algorithms and methods to build, test and implement robust mathematical models and analytical solutions that address business problem, opportunities and improve business outcomes i.e., reduced risk and costs, increased profitability, optimized efficiency and to facilitate strategic decision-making.* Build models that analyze processes to recommend areas for optimization to achieve cost savings, revenue generation or efficiency improvements for the business.* Document and audit relevant processes.* Document and implement models to address specific business requirements.* Conduct appropriate manipulation and analysis of data to pro-actively identify and meet needs of the business for the purpose of future work and to ensure high information-quality and reliability across the business.* Deliver within broad parameters.* Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in.* Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide work support.* Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs.* Manage costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies.* Deliver against operational and cost targets.* Prioritise resource allocation to minimise and reduce wastage.* Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships across the FRG.* Assess own performance through seeking timely, and clear feedback and request training where appropriate.# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**29/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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