Data Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM003455/Glad

Date posted:

Monday, September 21, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

45 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Data Scientist ready to take ownership of high-impact analytics and drive strategic decisions?

POSITION INFO:
This role sits within a highly advanced, dataâled organization operating on a significant scale. The business places data at the centre of strategic decisionâmaking and continues to invest heavily in analytics, machine learning and AI to drive commercial value.

As a Data Scientist III, you will lead complex data science initiatives on a long term project of 12months, partner closely with senior stakeholders, and mentor other data scientists while delivering scalable, productionâready analytics solutions that directly impact business outcomes.

What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- Lead enterpriseâscale data science with real commercial impact
- Own and drive advanced analytics & AI initiatives
- Mentor and influence a highâperforming data science team

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead advanced data science and machine learning solutions aligned to business objectives
- Translate complex business problems into actionable analytical models and insights
- Oversee and prioritise a portfolio of data science initiatives
- Ensure data quality, model accuracy, and performance monitoring
- Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentorship to data scientists

Job Experience & Skills Required / Ideal Candidate Profile:
Education:
- Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
- Postgraduate qualification advantageous

Experience:
- 3–8+ years of development experience
- Experience working on full stack projects
- Experience in a retail, commercial or IT environment – (highly desired).

Skills:
- Expertise in SQL, Python, Tableau, MatLab, and Large Datasets, Excel, R, Low Code skill, Generative AI, RAG – (essential).
- Statistical modelling, machine learning and predictive analytics
- Strong data storytelling and communication skills

Apply now!

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- Lead Data Scientist
- Principal Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Lead
- Analytics Lead, AI Specialist

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