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Capitec Bank is a South African commercial bank. As of February 2017 the bank was the third largest in South Africa with 120,000 customer opening new accounts per month. To simplify banking, we’ve developed an all-inclusive banking solution. Global One is the one solution that enables you to transact, save and access credit in realtime. We also believe...
Purpose Statement
To assist in building and delivering the AI strategy to ensure Capitec is able to compete in a fast changing landscape. Data science will be a key strategic differentiator in the future.
Data scientists will help automate and improve processes, create new products and services and assist with improved decision making based on data.
Experience
Proven experience in:
2+ years of experience in building machine learning models in Python/R
Business analysis and requirements gathering
Reproducible coding experience and working with source control tools e.g. Git, Bitbucket
Experience in deploying models into production
Spark, Hadoop or similar big data coding experience
Working in remote environments, e.g. Docker, Linux
Working in cloud environments, e.g. Azure, AWS
Qualifications (Minimum)
Honours Degree in Data Science or Mathematics
Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)
Doctoral Degree in Data Science or Mathematics
Knowledge
Min:
Must have detailed knowledge of:
Solution and experimental design for model development
Machine learning development and underlying theory and assumptions of techniques.
Predictive modelling techniques (statistical and machine learning) and deployment
Source control systems e.g. Git, Bitbucket, or Sourcetree
Relational database technologies
Data Science lifecycle and applicable skills within
Ideal:
Data analysis
Solution and experimental design
Machine learning model architecture (technical design and implementation processes)
Specialist in one or more specific machine learning competencies, e.g. NLP, Deep Learning etc.
Solid understanding of:
Underlying theory and application of machine learning models, must be able to understand underlying principles and theory and be able to teach others.
Best practices for data science
Ethical AI design principles
Capitec Data Science lifecycle
Capitec DPLC
Skills
Numerical Reasoning skills
Attention to Detail
Communications Skills
Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
Problem solving skills
Analytical Skills
Competencies
Working with People
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
Adapting and Responding to Change
Applying Expertise and Technology
Analysing
Learning and Researching
Writing and Reporting
Conditions of Employment
Clear criminal and credit record
A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required
Contactable via own mobile phone
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