Risk Data Scientist
BigTalentCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted February 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
BigTalent is a boutique Talent Acquisition and Recruitment consultancy based in South Africa, founded by Thelma Kruger. With 15 years of experience, the firm specialises in recruiting finance and technology professionals and holds APSO accreditation. The company places a unique emphasis on STEM talent, forging deep, personalised relationships with candidates and clients to guide them through every stage of the recruitment process. By positioning itself as a true partner rather than a mere intermediary, BigTalent delivers tailored support that helps clients and candidates achieve long‑term professional success.
Job Description
You'll join a high-impact analytics team supporting an SME lending business, where your work directly influences credit decisioning and portfolio performance.
Requirements
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in data science, with expertise in predictive modeling and machine learning.
- Strong proficiency in Python or R, SQL (BigQuery), and data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker Studio).
- Experience with machine learning algorithms and big data technologies (GCP, Hadoop, Spark).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Strong business acumen and ability to work independently or within a team.