Data Scientist at FNB South Africa

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 FNB Personal - Retail COO and CDAO and supports the business by analysing operations and resource efficiencies to enhance the customer experience and empower business to make strategic data-driven decisions. Are you a self-starter who enjoys taking initiative, working on end-to-end projects and partnering with business to make full use of data insights to support business decisions?  
• We are searching for Data Scientists who are passionate about data analytics to influence business strategy and build trust with stakeholders. 
• Are you someone who:
• Has model development experience as well as, monitoring and optimization of existing models and data products.
• Has strong knowledge of productivity and process measures.
• Understands how to work with big data and transform data to be suited for analytical insights.
• Has strong technical skills with strong coding proficiency (preferably in SQL).
• Hard working individual that can work well under pressure.
• Able to translate business requirements into tangible, creative solutions with guidance.

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: B Degree in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science or IT
• Advantageous: Honours Degree Qualification
• Experience: A minimum of 2 - 3 years' relevant experience in Data Analytics or Business Intelligence Analytics with strong SQL coding skills.
• Data Visualisation skills will be advantageous. 

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.
• 25/01/25