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DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

  • R01 - R02 per month
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Clubview
  • Posted 02 Mar 2026 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
  • Expires in 30 days
  • Job 2634288 - Ref 878000017097870
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About the position

WANTED: Senior Data Sorcerer / Chief Insight Wizard


(Yeah, we said sorcerer. Deal with it.)


 


Tired of playing small with boring spreadsheets?


Ready to bend reality using code, crush business problems like cosmic piñatas, and drop mind-blowing insights that make executives actually gasp?


We’re building the future in our Data Office, and we need a legend-level Senior Data Scientist who doesn’t just analyse data… you weaponise it.


 


Your Responsibilities Will Include:


  • Lead the development and deployment of advanced statistical, predictive and prescriptive models.
  • Apply machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems and uncover growth opportunities.
  • Design scalable analytical solutions aligned to strategic objectives.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve model performance through validation, testing, and optimisation.
  • Extract, clean, transform, and integrate large volumes of structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.
  • Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting and analytical processes.
  • Implement best practices in data governance and documentation.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.
  • Develop dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support performance tracking and strategic planning.
  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to inform business strategy.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver data-driven solutions.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior management and executive leadership.
  • Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
  • Contribute to the advancement of analytics capabilities within the organisation.


Requirements


  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours preferred) in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in data science, advanced analytics, or a similar role.
  • Proven track record in designing and implementing predictive models and machine learning solutions.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, Python and/or R.
  • Experience working with data visualisation tools and business intelligence platforms.
  • Solid understanding of statistical analysis, data mining, and model validation techniques.
  • Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-technical audiences.
  • High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
Ready to stop being a data scientist…


and start being a data legend?


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Desired Skills:

  • Predictive Models
  • Machine Learning
  • SQL
  • Python and/or R
  • Data Mining
  • Model Validation Techniques

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

About The Employer:


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DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

About the agency

Dedicated to the recruitment of IT professionals Sabenza iT is a South African registered business focusing on Finance, Engineering, SAP and general iT recruitment. We have over 18 years' experience in recruiting in South Africa, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia and have worked with a number of large companies offering the best service. We at Sabenza iT understands the changing market and we mold our services around each of our client's needs to offer a personal service. Sabenza iT has forged strong relationships with both Clients and Consultants by ensuring both parties get the most out of every placement. Our Head Office is based in South Africa and we have a satellite office in the UK so that we can keep in contact with expats who may consider returning to South Africa and so that we can offer our services globally for Consultants looking to go to South Africa and Consultants who are looking for opportunities abroad. We at Sabenza recognize the difference it makes to maintain good client relationships and we are keeping our client base niche and manageable in order to give the best service possible. We have gained a good reputation in the market place and have built a very large network and database of consultants that we draw from for each role. We are able to send applications within 24 hours of receiving a role profile or spec. We use one of the best Database software tools available to keep our database up to date and very fast to search. Sabenza iT does not only use job-sites, we headhunt and we use our network to find our clients the right Candidates. We have a strong Facebook presence and we have over 12,000 LinkedIn connections. For further information, please visit our website www.sabenzait.co.za or call me at any time on Tel: 0330040131.

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