Data Scientist Jobs Kenya I&M Bank

Data Scientist Jobs Kenya I&M Bank


Data Scientist Job at I&M Bank

Ref: DS /10/2018

Job Summary

The role holder will be responsible for designs, prototypes, and building the next-generation analytics engines and services with basic visualization ability.

Data Scientist Job Responsibilities

  • The Incumbent will report to the Digital Factory Manager or any other official as may be designated and will be responsible for:
  • Evaluating the business problem and thinking of possible data sources and algorithms to develop a hypothesis.
  • Thinking about the logic and math behind the code to generate insights from chaotic data
  • Developing robust analytical models to address complex business problems and driving innovation.
  • Conducting advanced statistical analysis to provide actionable insights , identifying trends and measuring performance
  • Implementing data solutions through basic visualization tools
  • Providing thought leadership by researching best practices, conducting experiments, and collaborating with business leaders

    Qualifications for the Data Scientist Job

  • MS/PhD in computer science, statistics, (applied) mathematics, physics or related technical discipline (eg. operations research, econometrics, etc.)
  • Expert in working with large data sets, simulation/ optimization and predictive modeling
  • Expert in SQL and R (or Python)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong desire to work in cross functional teams
  • Self-starting and entrepreneurial mindset–
  • 7+ years’ experience in a data science role, preferably leading others, with deep knowledge of machine learning, statistics and optimization
  • Experience with implementing full analytics pipeline (defining business problem, data engineering, feature construction, modeling and implementation)
  • Experience with analytics project management tools (Git, Jira)
  • Experience with distributed
    computing tools (Map/Reduce, Hadoop, etc.) is preferred
  • Considerable experience with a wide range of tools such as SparkML, H2O, FlinkML, TensorFlow is preferred
  • Experience in working with basic visualization tools such as Tableau and Qlik, etc.– Deep knowledge of machine learning, statistics, optimization or related field
  • Experience with SQL and R/Python is required.
  • Experience with programming in C, C++, Java is a valuable addition.
  • Knowledge of computing tools (Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Gurobi, Arena, etc.)
  • Attitude to thrive in a fun, fast-paced start-up like environment with minimum guidance

    How to Apply

  • 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 10th October 2018.
  • Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application.
  • The General Manager-Human Resources
    I&M Bank Limited
  • I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
  • P.O Box 30238 – 00100, Nairobi
  • Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke (preferred option)

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