Senior Data Scientist at Izifin in Lekki Lagos

  • Lekki, Lagos State
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job DescriptionJob descriptionThe Senior Data Scientist will lead the design and execution of advanced data science projects to drive strategic business decisions. This role requires deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and big data analytics, as well as the ability to mentor junior data scientists, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-impact insights that align with business goals.Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end data science projects, from problem definition to solution deployment.
  • Partner with stakeholders to identify high-value opportunities for leveraging data to solve business challenges and optimize operations.
  • Drive the development and implementation of advanced predictive and prescriptive models.
  • Ensure the accuracy, quality, and governance of data sources across the business.
  • Apply advanced data gathering, wrangling, and big data preparation techniques.
  • Conduct exploratory and statistical analysis to generate actionable insights that inform strategy.
  • Design and oversee A/B testing frameworks and other experimental designs to validate models.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts and results to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders in clear, concise terms.
  • Provide guidance on data-driven strategy to enhance customer experience, product development, and revenue generation.
  • Mentor and supervise junior data scientists and analysts, fostering knowledge sharing and skills development.
  • Stay abreast of emerging data science techniques, tools, and academic research, applying relevant innovations to business solutions.
  • Develop scalable processes, pipelines, and tools to monitor and optimize model performance.
Qualifications
  • Advanced expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and statistical modelling
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL
  • Strong experience with big data platforms (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Hands-on knowledge of BI and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities
  • Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring skills
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to translate business challenges into data-driven solutions.

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