Data Scientist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016554/HN

Date posted:

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Data Scientist

Are you a Cape Town–based Data Scientist ready to take your predictive modelling skills to the next level? Join a highâenergy, collaborative environment where innovation thrives and your ideas truly matter. If you love building models endâtoâend and enjoy thinking on your feet, this opportunity is calling your name.

Join a dynamic, fastâpaced organisation that places a strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, and shared success. This company offers a supportive environment where Data Scientists can grow, innovate, and continuously refine their craft. You will be surrounded by likeâminded professionals who value knowledge sharing and working together to solve meaningful problems.
This role gives you the autonomy to build predictive models from scratch, optimise performance, and have real impact through your work. If you're looking for a space where your ideas are welcomed and your technical skills are both challenged and supported, this is the perfect opportunity.
WIIFM?
A great team culture, high collaboration, strong support from peers, and the chance to elevate your career in an environment that values excellence.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Build predictive models from start to finish, including data exploration, feature engineering, development, and deployment.
Monitor model performance and make necessary adjustments or enhancements.
Work closely with a collaborative, highâperformance team to deliver dataâdriven solutions.
Solve complex problems quickly and effectively in a fastâpaced environment.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field (minimum requirement).

Experience:

2–4 years Data Science experience.
Proven experience building predictive models endâtoâend.
Experience working in fastâmoving, dynamic environments.

Skills:

SQL (non-negotiable)
Python (non-negotiable)
Machine Learning and AI experience is advantageous.
Strong problemâsolving skills and ability to think independently.

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles.
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Heidi Joubert
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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