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Data Scientist
Talent-Merge Pte Ltd
Job Description
Job Information 
Science & Technology
Job DescriptionResponsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven analytics solutions to optimize vessel performance, fuel efficiency and operational decision-making.
- Analyze large-scale maritime datasets (voyage data, AIS, engine performance, weather, bunker consumption) to generate actionable insights.
- Develop predictive models and machine learning algorithms for areas such as predictive maintenance, route optimization, and emissions reduction.
- Collaborate with fleet management, technical, and commercial teams to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
- Build and maintain data pipelines, dashboards, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for real-time monitoring and reporting.
- Ensure data quality, governance, and integrity across multiple data sources and platforms.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through advanced analytics and AI adoption across the organization.
- Stay updated with emerging AI, machine learning, and maritime digitalization trends to propose innovative solutions.
- Work closely with IT and external vendors to integrate AI solutions into existing enterprise systems and platforms.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 6-10 years of experience in data analytics, with at least 2-3 years in AI/ML-related roles, preferably in logistics.
- Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Strong analytical thinking, stakeholder management skills, and ability to translate complex data into business insights.
About This Role
Career insights for Data Scientists positions
Salary Benchmark
R24,300/month
R15,695 to
R38,292/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
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Median Salary (ZAR)
R24,300/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.