Overview A forward-thinking insurance company committed to leveraging data and advanced analytics to drive smarter decisions, enhance customer experiences, and innovate within the insurance industry. We are looking for a skilled Senior Data Scientist to join our growing analytics team. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain advanced machine learning models Analyze large, complex datasets to extract actionable insights Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into analytical solutions Build and optimize data pipelines using modern cloud technologies Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to best practices Drive innovation through experimentation and continuous improvement Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Econometrics, Statistics, Physics, or Information Systems (with strong data and technology experience), OR BSc in Computer Science (with interest in business operations), OR Data Science qualification with relevant experience 5+ years of experience in a data science or advanced analytics role Strong programming skills in Python and/or R Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation Experience with Azure Databricks and Azure Data Factory Data visualization and reporting using Microsoft Power BI Solid understanding of machine learning techniques and model deployment Experience working with large-scale datasets and cloud environments Location & Compensation Reference Number: NG61295. Permanent Hybrid position based in Johannesburg. Compensation up to R1 million per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability. #J-18808-Ljbffr