Data Scientist II

Job Description

To plan, build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, products and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, with minimal guidance.

Hello Future Data Scientist II

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team at Private Core Banking, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. 

Are you someone who:

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of unsecured credit risk and related credit parameters
• Has strong technical and coding skills, particularly in SAS
• Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, maintaining a strong work ethic and focus to meet tight deadlines
• Translates business requirements into innovative, practical solutions
• Tackles business problems with data modeling and data analysis, optimizing processes and recommending strategic enhancements
• Dives deep into large datasets to uncover insights, patterns, and opportunities that address real business challenges
• Collaborates confidently with stakeholders, actively listening and engaging to ensure their needs and expectations are met
• Presents insights in a clear, concise, and stakeholder-friendly format, making data accessible and actionable
• Delivers high-quality, reliable outputs within set timelines—prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and impact
• Thinks creatively and strategically, approaching problems with an open mind and a solution-focused mindset

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• Have a relevant Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics, Physics or Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or equivalent
• Have a minimum of 3-4 years' Data Analytics experience
• Have deep domain knowledge with regards to financial services: Data Science and analytics within Credit Risk
• Have experience in SAS, SQL, PowerBI
• Have experience in Acquisition/Pricing or Scoring Management

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We 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.

06/08/25

All 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.