Data Science Jobs in South Africa
There are 138 open Data Science jobs in South Africa on freehire right now. 39 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are data-science, machine-learning and python.
Most requested skills
- data-science 67%
- machine-learning 67%
- python 65%
- analytics 59%
- sql 53%
- statistics 45%
- cloud 43%
- ai 38%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 15 · 11%
- Remote 10 · 7%
Visa sponsorship offered in 13% of the 8 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 41
- Lead 6
- Middle 6
- Junior 2
- Principal 2
- C-level 1
Who is hiring
- 501-1000 employees 12
- 1000+ employees 10
- 51-200 employees 1
Data Scientist
Data Science Manager at a digital marketing agency leading paid media analytics solutions—media mix modelling, incrementality testing, and predictive modelling—using Python and SQL.
Senior Data Scientist - ML, Data Pipelines & Scale
The Senior Data Scientist will develop scalable data-driven solutions and translate complex data into actionable insights using Python or R, ML frameworks, and SQL.
Senior Data Scientist - Risk Intelligence & Engineering
The Senior Data Scientist will lead a high-performance team to modernize insurance risk functions using a code-first approach. The role involves building automated pipelines, predictive models, and LLM-based agents to enhance risk monitoring and governance.
Data Scientist
Data Scientist using Python, SQL, and machine learning to build, validate, and help deploy production ML models that create operational impact in manufacturing, working from DataProphet's Cape Town office.
Senior Hybrid AI & Data Science Engineer
Design and implement ML/AI features across the product lifecycle, train and deploy models in production, and build systems for large-scale datasets in a hybrid, cross-functional team.
Senior Software Engineer – Data Science
Senior Software Engineer building and deploying ML/AI features on large-scale, real-time distributed systems using Python, Java, and SQL.
Data Scientist (Fraud)
Build and deploy machine learning models to detect and prevent fraud across a large African fintech platform, working closely with engineers and product teams.
Data Scientist
Build and maintain dashboards and reports using SQL, Python, and BI tools to turn data into actionable insights for an edtech nonprofit empowering African tech careers.
Data Scientist
Turn complex data into decisions that matter. Agile Bridge is looking for a Data Scientist who can move confidently from messy data and ambiguous business questions to reliable models, clear insight and measurable…
Senior Software Engineer – Data Science
The Senior Software Engineer will design, deploy, and maintain machine learning and AI models within large-scale, real-time distributed systems. The role involves working across the full product lifecycle using Python, Java, and SQL to process large datasets.
Engineering Manager - Data Science
The Engineering Manager will lead and mentor a software engineering team, overseeing technical strategy, delivery processes, and professional development. The role focuses on balancing people management with technical oversight to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Internal Client Services - Data Scientist (2 Year Contract)
Data Scientist on a 2-year contract building Power BI dashboards, data preparation routines, and semantic models, with a focus on ETL processes, data quality checks, and MVP delivery.
Internal Client Services - Data Scientist (2 Year Contract)
Builds Power BI dashboards and semantic models that turn raw data into trusted business insights for daily decision-making.
Internal Client Services - Data Scientist: Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (2 Year Contract)
Builds AI/ML models, BI dashboards, and data pipelines to turn business questions into actionable insights and drive decisions.
Retail data scientist & ml engineer (hybrid)
A hybrid retail data scientist/ML engineer who builds scalable data solutions and analytical tools to drive business decisions for Lightstone Group and its clients, blending data science, architecture, and ML engineering.
Data scientist (pipeline) — insight & impact strategist
Capita in Cape Town, South Africa is seeking a Data Scientist (Pipeline) to provide high level strategic and tactical insight, identifying opportunities and driving improvement initiatives. You will consult with…