Data Scientist I

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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We appoint energized and motivated people for their potential and continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to building a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients.

Who We Are

We are a bank, but we’re much more than that. We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable, and delivered through personal experience.

Why Choose Us

At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy, and take Ownership. Our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities, as well as employee benefits and savings.

About the role:

As a Data Scientist I at Capitec, your purpose is to drive Capitec's AI strategy, ensuring the bank remains competitive in a dynamic landscape where data science is a key strategic differentiator. The role involves leveraging solid, textbook knowledge of state-of-the-art data science principles and techniques in disciplines such as deep learning and the underlying theory and assumptions of various techniques.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing predictive models and intelligent algorithms to gain deeper insights into business performance drivers, enabling more effective decision-making. Additionally, the role encompasses solution and experimental design for model development, as well as the deployment of predictive modeling techniques, utilizing source control systems like Git or Bitbucket to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

Our ideal candidate has:

• 0-1+ years of experience in any Data Science role
• Master’s degree or higher in any of the following fields: statistics, mathematics, computer science, physics
• Familiarity with modern deep learning frameworks (Pytorch, Tensorflow)
• Github experience or Git

Ideal:

• AWS
• Basic knowledge of SQL

Education:

• Completed a Master’s Degree or higher
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Researching skills
• Planning, organizing, and coordination skills

If you are interested in being part of this dynamic team, on a mission to build the best bank in the world through unlocking the potential of its people, please apply. We would love to hear from you!

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06