CORE DESCRIPTION
- Responsible to execute the strategic roadmap and create value through delivery of internal and external artificial intelligence solutions and products
- Oversight of a portfolio of data science projects, providing strategic and technical guidance on solving a variety of use cases across the Company Group and for its customers. Develop machine learning and deep learning competencies and manage and develop a ‘full-stack’ team of data science specialists
- The role’s focus will be on NLP, both text and speech, but projects can span Computer Vision and other domains
REQUIREMENTS
- Data science and cloud certifications will be advantageous (GCP, Azure, AWS)
- Post graduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field (NQF level 7)
- OR a qualified Actuary with data science experience
- A Master’s degree (NQF level 9) will be an advantage
- 7 years of work experience in the field of data science with at least 2 years having been on management/ specialist level
- Experience in ICT/Telecommunications will be an advantage
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define and implement the AI strategy and product roadmap in relation to the TKG strategy, and provide input into the broader strategic direction of the Company Strategic Insights
- Cultivate and manage working relationships with a variety of stakeholders to support the design and delivery of data science projects and solutions
- Develop business cases for new solutions or products, and establish the value for existing projects
- Determine the most appropriate data science tools/ approaches for specific projects
- Execute end to end data science projects and product development processes
- Engage with our data engineering team to ensure any AI products or solutions are managed
- Identify and manage resource requirements including people and systems
- Lead and develop a team of data scientists and provide hands on guidance
- Establish, document and champion data science best practices in the team
- Help Strategic Insights become thought leaders in the areas of data science and artificial intelligence
- Stay abreast of new developments and solutions in the market to ensure we don’t fall behind
- Contribute to our agile way of work and our innovation culture
- Consistent documentation of all implemented systems and processes
Desired Skills:
- Statistical
- Strategic thinking
- Innovative thinking
- Business Leadership
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Masters