Data Scientist

Data Scientist page is loaded## Data Scientistlocations : Randburgtime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todaytime left to apply : End Date : November 14, 2025 (5 days left to apply)job requisition id : R42700#

• Job Description
• Hello Future Data Scientist I Welcome to FNB — the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people who make it all happen. As part of our talented team, you’ll be surrounded by unique skills, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now is the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together to ignite meaningful change.
• Are you someone who can :
• Build models, develop feature sets, and perform analytics across various areas within Credit Scoring
• Understand origination strategies and how other credit risk models impact scorecards
• Approach challenges with a proactive and passionate mindset, always seeking innovative solutions
• Tackle complex problems by exploring novel architectures, algorithms, and methodologies
• Stay curious, embracing opportunities to grow and continuously learn in a fast-paced environment
• We’re looking for someone with :
• A degree in one of the following (or a related field) : + BSc in Actuarial Science / Statistics / Computer Engineering / Data Science
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with : + Coding in SAS or Python + Writing SQL queries and using SQL / SAS tools
• A basic understanding of application scorecards and how credit models are developed
• Experience in data manipulation, cleaning, and imputation
• Personal Attributes :
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to solve complex analytical problems
• High level of business acumen
• Capability to apply analytical solutions to business challenges
• You’ll have access to :
• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• A challenging and dynamic work environment
• Platforms to innovate and make an impact
• We could be a match if you are :
• Curious & courageous
• — driven by a desire to learn more and brave enough to explore the unknown
• Obsessed with mastery
• — committed to excellence and always pushing yourself to improveWe look forward to engaging with you further.
• Apply now!
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• Job Details
• Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
• 14 / 11 / 25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .

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