Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Turn sports data into winning strategies with advanced algorithms and machine learning

Cape Town | R1 200 000 - R1 300 000 per annum | 08 : 00am 17 : 00pm

About Our Client

Our client is an innovative sports technology company pushing the boundaries of performance analytics. By combining cutting-edge data science with elite-level sports expertise, they provide actionable insights that empower coaches, players, and broadcasters. The team is driven by a passion for precision, innovation, and unlocking new competitive advantages through data.

The Role : Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating advanced algorithms and models that transform raw sensor data into meaningful insights. This role involves close collaboration with engineers and sports scientists to support predictive analytics that inform strategies in elite sports.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and evaluate signal processing algorithms to deliver insights for players, coaches, and broadcasters

Build and refine algorithms under the guidance of senior team members

Develop and maintain documentation of the data science architecture and algorithms

Partner with sports scientists to collect and validate sensor data

Develop and train machine learning models to provide predictive insights into team strategies

About You

BEng / BSc or higher in Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Strong knowledge of signal processing concepts (filtering, Nyquist frequencies, time-frequency transformations)

Understanding of algorithm performance evaluation techniques (e.g., receiver-operating-curves)

Experience with machine learning algorithms (regression, decision trees, SVMs, neural networks)

Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Octave, or R for data analysis and simulations

Excellent time management and attention to detail

Hands-on, technically curious, and an effective communicator

Strong interest in sports trends and analytics