Data Scientist Associate at Luno

You will apply the scientific method to generate and test hypotheses to solve business needs through the use of data and analytics, including the use of machine learning, data visualisation and other data reasoning methods.

Your Mission Will Involve

•     Translating business requirements into analytical objectives
•     Generating hypotheses and designing experiments to test hypotheses
•     Hacking through problems using advanced data analysis to provide insights and recommendations to business
•     Applying advanced statistical and predictive modeling techniques in addressing business needs

The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Essentials

•     Bachelor's degree or higher in the natural sciences or technical fields such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering or Economics
•     Minimum 1 years' experience in a similar role
•     Knowledge of relational databases and use of SQL
•     Advanced coding skills in Python, R, or similar programming languages
•     Conversant in a data science domain specific language (DSL) such as Tidyverse in R and Pydata tools in Python
•     Good verbal and written communication skills
•     Strong foundation in statistics
•     Knowledge of machine learning

If you're looking to work on something truly global and disruptive with a forward-thinking and ambitious team and the continuous quest for excellence, then this is an opportunity for you.

•     You'll be able to continuously upskill yourself with access to free online learning via Udemy, Harvard and other leading providers + share knowledge with your peers.
•     Visit our mothership in Cape Town for onboarding and our annual company offsite - As a team member working outside of Cape Town, you'll be flown to Luno's birth town annually to brainstorm and celebrate our successes.
•     We'll take good care of your appetite with free lunch from Monday to Thursday.
•     Generous maternity/paternity paid time off, and even paw-ternity leave for your furry friend.
•     Work with a diverse team of hardworking, ambitious and friendly people on something that will truly revolutionise the financial world.
•     We are a social bunch of people, therefore we have quarterly activities and drinks Fridays for whoever wants to join!