Lead Data Scientist

Teraco
Full-time South-Africa, Gauteng Biology, Biotech & Chemistry
Posted:
March 03, 2026
Location:
South-Africa, Gauteng, South-Africa

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

The Lead Data Scientist is responsible for:

  • Shaping and executing Teraco's data and analytics strategy,
  • Driving business innovation through the effective use of data and analytics,
  • Fostering a data-driven and model-driven culture,
  • Ensuring that data and analytics capabilities support business objectives.

Main Functions of the Job

Artificial Intelligence

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for data and analytics driven solutions.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and use of artificial intelligence / machine learning and analytics.
  • Design and incorporate best practices of “MLOps” for managing the lifecycle of models / solutions. E.g. data preparation, model training, feature selection, evaluation, model selection, deployment, monitoring, maintaining, code version control, etc.

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: South-Africa, South-Africa
Posted: March 03, 2026
Deadline: April 12, 2026