Lead Data Scientist

Network Finance is a dynamic company located in Cape Town's Northern Suburbs, specializing in leveraging data to drive business insights and strategies. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in shaping the data science initiatives within the organization. Your primary responsibility will be to lead a team of data scientists in developing advanced analytical models that support various business functions.

In this role, you will oversee the entire data science lifecycle, from data collection and preprocessing to model development and deployment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and provide actionable insights. Your leadership will ensure that the team adheres to best practices in data science and machine learning, particularly in MLOps and model deployment.

The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong background in data science, with a proven track record of leading projects and teams. Familiarity with MLOps and model deployment practices will be advantageous, as these skills will help streamline the transition from model development to production. You should be comfortable working with large datasets and have a passion for turning data into meaningful insights.

Key responsibilities include: • Leading a team of data scientists in developing and deploying machine learning models • Collaborating with stakeholders to identify data needs and deliver insights • Ensuring best practices in data science and MLOps are followed • Overseeing the data science lifecycle from data collection to model deployment

This position is suited for experienced data scientists who are looking to take on a leadership role and make a significant impact within a forward-thinking company.