Data Scientist
Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. As a Data Scientist you will be responsible for ensuring that large amounts of data is optimised and presented to numerous stakeholders to ensure the business operates at its peak; ultimately making Betway the product of choice for customers.
- Research, develop, and apply methods for measuring, analysing and optimizing our processes & marketing interventions
- Identify appropriate models / algorithms to mine large datasets and develop rich insights into customer behaviour
- Extract, analyse and interpret large amounts of data from a variety of data sources
- Work closely with various areas of the business to solve complex business problems using mathematical and statistical solutions
- Use machine learning tools and statistical techniques to produce predictive models
- Proactively look for opportunities to use data and models to improve the business
- Use data visualization tools and reporting software to present data to the business in a clear and understandable manner
- SQL and Analytical skills and practices.
- Optimize and improve current data processes within the business
- Proactively look for opportunities to automate manual processes throughout the business thinking, problem solving & technical expertise to get to the bottom of major incidents.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.
- 3+ years Data Analytics Experience (required)
- Statistical, Actuarial, Applied Mathematics or similar qualification (required)
- Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills (required)
- Extremely detail oriented and well organized (required)
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate (required)
- Strong Reporting, Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills (required)
- Ability to effectively multi-task in a deadline driven, high pressure environment (required)
- Experience in leading a team in the Data Analytics space (required)
- Strong Machine Learning ability (required)
- Microsoft SQL Server (required)
- SSRS (required)
- SSIS (required)
- Microsoft PowerBI (required)
- R/Python (required)
- Advanced Excel (required)
- Adapts well to change (preferred)
- Strong sense of accountability and responsibility (preferred)
- Strong written and oral communication (preferred)
- Able to work independently and manage time effectively, as well as work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team (preferred)
- We’re dedicated to your super growth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
- Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
- Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
- Subsidized lunch
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
Betway Africa is the African arm of Betway, the sports-betting and online-casino brand owned by Super Group (SGHC), a holding company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Operating since 2006, it delivers sports betting and casino products — including the Jackpot City, Lucky Nugget and Ruby Fortune brands — across markets such as South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique. The division employs more than 1,000 people, with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town. It covers functions spanning marketing, technology, finance and customer care for Betway's African operations.