Data Scientist - Pretoria Verfied

Salary Negotiable Pretoria, Gauteng Pretoria, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 14-11-2019 9:57:53 AM
09-01-2020 9:57:53 AM
DATA SCIENTIST
MENLYN, PRETORIA

• Lead Big Data Analytics initiatives in motor claims
• Involvement in engagement with stakeholders to understand their business challenges and advise on practical analytics solutions
• Collaborate with key stakeholders within the data value chain, external and internal, to ensure that the appropriated data sources and data structures are in place for building analytics solutions
• Research, develop and implement appropriate statistical/mathematical/machine learning models as needed
• Communicate results and ideas to key decision makers
• Keep up to date with latest technology trends
• Create client presentations/visualizations
• Experiment with and select best combination of data science analytics tools to complement our Big Data platform or that is fit for a specific purpose
• Proactively uncover use cases and build algorithms which can assist the business in monetizing existing data sources
• Provide mentor-ship to existing claims quality analysts on data-mining and data science methodologies

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• B. Degree Computer Science/Statistics/Applied Statistics/Applied Mathematics (Postgraduate preferable)
• 3- 5 years’ practical experience in an analytical/engineering/tech environment
• Experience in the insurance sector is essential
• Financial acumen
• Strategic thinking
• Passion for data science and unlocking value in large datasets, especially dealing with complex problems
• A team player with professional attitude
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint
• Analytical and problem-solving Skills crucial
• Systems thinking
• Good Presentation Skills
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders on analytics solutions and insights
• Ability to function at a strategic level and to communicate at senior management level
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Strong relationship, negotiating and networking skills