Generative AI Engineer
Klipboard
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract type: Full time
"At Klipboard we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work."
Klipboard provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade – wherever they are in the world. With a unique depth of knowledge and experience in ERP/SaaS solutions, Klipboard has a wide range of clients includes wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers from small traders to multinational enterprises. Klipboard has offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, South Africa, Kenya and North America. Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively
Great Software solutions don’t happen without great people. We have the best software solutions for our market because we have the best people.
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist to join our newly created Group Technology function. Working closely and supporting the Chief Information & Data Officer you will push the boundaries of commercialising data across our product portfolio, transforming the way in which our customer interact with our platforms, you will have delivered projects that have a direct line to revenue generation. You will engage with R&D and stakeholders both internally and externally, to focus on revenue growth and drive augmented and autonomous intelligence through the ‘Power of Data’.
You will have a commercial data mindset, you will be an idea to practical technical application individual, who wants to transform the industries we operate within.
Key Responsibilities
Duties include:
You may also have seen from our recent posts that we are excited to begin sharing our new company name – Klipboard. Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is becoming Klipboard and our new brand is designed to bring together our expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing, and field service management. We have offices based across the world and we are looking for talented individuals to join our growing teams. Due to our growth over the last few years it is an exciting time to join us as we enter our next chapter! At Klipboard we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work."
Equal Opportunities
As a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our company and culture. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, where creativity and valuing differences enable us all to thrive and sparks innovation.
If you require any help, adjustments and/or support during the interview and offer process then please advise our TA or HR team.
Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet every listed requirement. However, we recognise that skills and experience come in many forms, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferrable skills, we would love to hear from you!
To all recruitment agencies: Klipboard does not accept agency speculative resumes. At present we only accept CV’s from Agencies on our PSL who have been assigned specific position/s. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to Klipboard employee as this does not constitute an introduction and Klipboard retrospectively will not be liable for any candidate ownership or fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Klipboard provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade – wherever they are in the world. With a unique depth of knowledge and experience in ERP/SaaS solutions, Klipboard has a wide range of clients includes wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers from small traders to multinational enterprises. Klipboard has offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, South Africa, Kenya and North America. Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively
Great Software solutions don’t happen without great people. We have the best software solutions for our market because we have the best people.
We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist to join our newly created Group Technology function. Working closely and supporting the Chief Information & Data Officer you will push the boundaries of commercialising data across our product portfolio, transforming the way in which our customer interact with our platforms, you will have delivered projects that have a direct line to revenue generation. You will engage with R&D and stakeholders both internally and externally, to focus on revenue growth and drive augmented and autonomous intelligence through the ‘Power of Data’.
You will have a commercial data mindset, you will be an idea to practical technical application individual, who wants to transform the industries we operate within.
Key Responsibilities
Duties include:
- Develop Predictive Models: Create and implement predictive models to forecast market trends, competitor actions, and supply chain demands.
- Prescriptive Analytics: Utilize prescriptive analytics to provide actionable recommendations for optimizing supply chain operations and strategic planning.
- Data Collection and Cleaning: Gather, clean, and preprocess data from various sources to ensure high-quality datasets for analysis.
- Competitor Intelligence: Analyze competitor data to identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, and potential opportunities.
- Supply Chain Forecasting: Develop and maintain models to predict supply chain needs, inventory levels, and demand fluctuations.
- Data Visualization: Create compelling visualizations to present complex data insights in an understandable and actionable manner.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to align data science initiatives with business goals.
- Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports and dashboards to stakeholders, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience: 0-2 years of experience in data science with a bias to software engineering AI/ML. Experience with predictive and prescriptive modelling is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills: Use of Databricks, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with AI frameworks and libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras. Use of LLMs Claude, Llama, Gamma, Qwen (Or equivalent), experienced data storyteller, databricks, Tableau, PowerBI
- Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Oracle cloud for deploying AI models
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and reporting with the ability to commercially determine the market value of data.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
You may also have seen from our recent posts that we are excited to begin sharing our new company name – Klipboard. Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is becoming Klipboard and our new brand is designed to bring together our expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing, and field service management. We have offices based across the world and we are looking for talented individuals to join our growing teams. Due to our growth over the last few years it is an exciting time to join us as we enter our next chapter! At Klipboard we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work."
Equal Opportunities
As a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our company and culture. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, where creativity and valuing differences enable us all to thrive and sparks innovation.
If you require any help, adjustments and/or support during the interview and offer process then please advise our TA or HR team.
Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet every listed requirement. However, we recognise that skills and experience come in many forms, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferrable skills, we would love to hear from you!
To all recruitment agencies: Klipboard does not accept agency speculative resumes. At present we only accept CV’s from Agencies on our PSL who have been assigned specific position/s. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to Klipboard employee as this does not constitute an introduction and Klipboard retrospectively will not be liable for any candidate ownership or fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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