Senior Data Scientist

Network Finance • Recruiting & Staffing • Executive Search • Master's Degree • Python • SQL • 3 days ago

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≈ $51k – $96k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (Johannesburg)

Seniority

Senior

Employment

Full-Time

First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. Network Finance scores C on the Alion truth index.

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Network Finance

Founded in 1987, Network Finance is a specialized recruitment and talent solutions agency operating as a key division of Network Recruitment (part of ADvTECH Group). Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, the company provides executive search, permanent placement, and contract staffing tailored specifically to the finance, accounting, auditing, taxation, and actuarial sectors. Through its niche industry focus and global network spanning Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, it enables corporate clients and multinational enterprises to source highly qualified financial leaders and Chartered Accountants.

networkfinanceinternational.com • HQ: Johannesburg, South Africa • Executive Search • Recruiting & Staffing • 5000+ employees • Est. 1987

Tech stack of Network Finance

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, deploy, and optimise chatbot and conversational AI solutions from concept to production.
Identify and resolve technical, operational, and customer experience challenges throughout the chatbot lifecycle.
Develop machine learning, NLP, and AI-driven models to improve chatbot accuracy and performance.
Monitor chatbot effectiveness and continuously enhance customer engagement and resolution rates.
Collaborate with business, operations, and technology stakeholders to align AI solutions with strategic objectives.
Analyse customer interaction data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Drive AI adoption and ensure solutions deliver measurable business outcomes and ROI.
Stay abreast of emerging AI and conversational technology trends and best practices.

Job Experience and Skills Required

Qualifications:

Honours or Master's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Actuarial Science, or a related quantitative field.
Relevant certifications in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, NLP, or Data Science advantageous.

Experience:

Proven experience as a Data Scientist, Senior Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Specialist, or similar role.
Demonstrated experience building and implementing a chatbot from start to finish.
Experience troubleshooting post-implementation issues and driving successful chatbot adoption.
Strong understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning, and Conversational AI.
Experience within a BPO, contact centre, customer service, collections, or outsourcing environment advantageous.
Experience working with large datasets and customer interaction data.
Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Skills:

Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks.
NLP and conversational AI platforms.
Data modelling, analytics, and predictive modelling.
Cloud platform experience advantageous.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Commercial mindset with the ability to deliver measurable business value through AI solutions.

Apply now!

For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit:

https://www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com

I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

Actuarial Analyst
Quantitative Analyst
Risk Management

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 / positions.

For more information, contact:

Heidi Joubert

Specialist Recruitment Consultant

Connect with me on LinkedIn!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-joubert-1877a236/

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