REF: DS /12/2020 – DATA SCIENTIST
JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a data scientist that will help us discover the information hidden in vast amounts of data, and help us make smarter decisions to deliver even better products. Your primary focus will be in applying data mining techniques, doing statistical analysis, and building high quality prediction systems integrated with our products.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Incumbent will report to the GM, Products and Channels or any other official as may be designated and will be responsible for:
Selecting features, building and optimizing classifiers using machine learning techniques
Data mining using state-of-the-art methods
Extending company’s data with third party sources of information when needed
Enhancing data collection procedures to include information that is relevant for building analytic systems
Processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis
Doing ad-hoc analysis and presenting results in a clear manner
Creating automated anomaly detection systems and constant tracking of its performance
COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENT:
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in computer science, math, software engineering, statistics, data science or a related technical field.
Experience
7+ years’ experience in data science role
Knowledge
Knowledge of programming languages like SQL, Python, and R
Excellent understanding of machine learning techniques and algorithms, such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests, etc.
Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau)
Strong mathematics skills (e.g., statistics, algebra)
Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark
Good applied statistics skills, such as distributions, statistical testing, regression, etc.
Exceptional technical writing skills
Ability to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable way
Ability to visualize data in the most effective way possible for a given project or study
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with machine learning and AI
Familiarity with data management tools
Ability to work independently and with team members from different backgrounds
Excellent attention to detail
If you believe you meet the above requirements, please send your application together with comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, salary expectations and names and contacts of three referees. Your application should reach the address below as soon as possible but not later than 8th January 2021. Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application. Email: recruit@imbank.co.ke Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Apply via :
recruit@imbank.co.ke
