Full Stack Java Developer
Summary
Build and deploy credit-risk models in Java and Python, analyse large datasets in BigQuery, and create dashboards in Google Looker Studio.
We are seeking a highly analytical professional with strong data science expertise and proven credit industry experience!
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data analytics/science or related field
- Proven experience as a data scientist or similar analytical role (credit industry expertise required)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to analyse and manage large datasets efficiently
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Technical skills
- Java development
- GCP (Google Cloud Platform), Google BigQuery
- SQL, Python
- Google looker studio (data visualisation)
- Microsoft Excel and other data manipulation tools
- Statistical analysis techniques and data modelling
- Familiarity with data governance best practices
- Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance standards (advantageous)
Key responsibilities
Data collection and cleaning
- Collect, extract and compile data from multiple sources ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Clean, transform and structure datasets for advanced analytics and predictive modelling
- Identify and resolve data quality issues and anomalies
- Utilise SQL, Python and BigQuery while staying current with analytics trends
Data analysis and modelling
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends and patterns
- Apply statistical techniques, predictive modelling and visualisation to generate actionable insights
- Translate business problems into structured analytical frameworks and model designs
- Build and maintain predictive models end-to-end (feature engineering through to deployment-ready solutions)
- Implement validation frameworks and monitor model performance, stability and drift
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into analytical approaches
Reporting and visualisation
- Create dashboards and reports using Google looker
- Develop and maintain standardised reporting templates and visualisation tools
The details
- Reference number: GZ61123
- Permanent position based in Stellenbosch
- Salary: R1.5m CTC per annum (negotiable based on experience and ability)
Contact Garth:
[email protected]
011 463 3633
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