Senior Data Scientist

Data Scientist

GVW Group invites applications for the Data Scientist position.

Description

We are seeking a Data Scientist who combines strong analytical and modeling skills with hands‑on AI solution development. In this role you will build predictive models, evaluate complex datasets, and design AI agents and automations that address real business problems. You will partner closely with business stakeholders to translate challenges into actionable AI/ML use cases, quickly prototype solutions, and support their deployment into production environments.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data science, generative AI, and practical solution‑building.

Responsibilities

• Use statistical, data mining, algorithmic and visualization techniques to model complex problems, find opportunities, discover solutions, and deliver actionable business insights.
• Build and ope rationalise Machine Learning models (e.g. classification, forecasting, anomaly detection) using Python, Fabric ML, Azure ML, etc.
• Design end‑to‑end AI workflows, from data inputs and prompts to integration points with existing systems.
• Build and deploy rapid AI solutions using Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar frameworks.
• Design and test conversational agents and copilots that integrate into business workflows.
• Develop and deploy RAG (retrieval‑augmented generation) and prompt‑engineered copilots embedded into business workflows.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Present findings, provide stakeholder training and create technical documentation to ensure code quality and reproducibility.

Requirements

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (statistics, economics, mathematics, computer science, or related field) OR 3–5 years of data‑science experience with a proven track record of delivering projects.
• Strong proficiency in Python or R, data manipulation, visualisation libraries, machine learning and statistical analysis.
• Experience or coursework in cloud platforms like Azure;
  Microsoft Power Platform, Azure AI, or Applied Data Science certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with generative AI tools (ChatGPT, Azure OpenAI, Power Automate, Copilot Studio).
• Experience designing, configuring or deploying AI Agents and Copilots to automate business processes.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric or similar data platforms.
• Knowledge of REST APIs, connectors and integration methods.
• Understanding of ML lifecycle concepts: data prep, training, evaluation, deployment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to engage with business users, run workshops and elicit requirements.
• Ability to translate technical outcomes into business value language.
• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead and shape the future of our data science department.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering growth.
• Competitive compensation with flexible work arrangements.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact through data‑driven insights.

Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.