Senior Data Scientist / Algorithm Developer (Cape Town)

Data Scientist / Algorithm Developer

Location & Salary

Location : Cape Town

Work Model : Flexible / Hybrid

Salary Range :   R1.3 mil - R1.4 mil PA

Key Responsibilities

Design and evaluate signal processing algorithms

Develop and document data science architecture

Independently build algorithms under senior guidance

Collaborate with sports scientists to gather quality sensor data

Create predictive ML models for team strategy insights

Required Skills & Experience

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

Knowledge of signal processing (e.g. filtering, time-frequency transforms)

Understanding of performance metrics (e.g. ROC curves)

Familiarity with ML models : regression, decision trees, SVMs, neural networks

Experience with tools like Python, MATLAB, Octave, or R

Personal Traits

Technically curious with strong time management

Hands-on and detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Strong interest in sports trends and analytics

Reporting Line

Reports to : Chief Product Officer

Works with : Project Manager, Mechanical Engineers, Embedded SW team