Data Scientist

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.

Hello, Future Data Scientist

Role Purpose

This role is within the FNB Retail Data and Analytics Office. We support the business through the development of predictive analytics to understand customer behavior. Ensuring business value through the optimisation of processes, campaigns and utilization of data, to enhance customer experience.

Are You Someone Who

• Has experience with disparate data and identifying unique data patterns for deep analysis and feature creation.
• Understands how to work with big data and transform data to be suited for analytical insights.
• Has strong technical skills with strong coding proficiency in SQL, SAS or SAS Viya.
• Hard working individual that can work well under pressure.
• Able to translate business requirements into tangible, creative solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management experience
• Proven experience in data automation will be beneficial
• Prior project lead experience within the Data domain will be advantageous
• Participation, in data governance forums and presentation of data insights at Exco and Manco will be beneficial
  
  

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Curious & courageous – you’re driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you’re brave enough to take action.
• Obsessed with mastery – you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to achieve this.
• A team player – you believe in the power of teams, building and leveraging your networks.
• Emotionally intelligent – you are able to connect with people to build trust.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree, in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science or Engineering
• Preferred Qualification: Honours Degree
• Experience: A minimum of 3 to 5 years' relevant experience within Data Analytics or CVM Analytics
• Model development, maintenance and/or optimisation of existing models will be advantageous
• Strong coding proficiency in SQL, SAS, SAS Viya or Python
• Able to work with Big Data
• Prior stakeholder engagement experience is essential
  
  

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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.

05/07/25

All 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.