Data Scientist III

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, using advanced analytics technologies, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy.

Hello Future Data Scientist III

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 FNB 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. 

We’re building a dynamic new capability within the Private Segment that will redefine how we approach Pricing and Rewards at the individual client level—and we’re looking for exceptional data scientists to help lead the way.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced analytics, personalisation, and strategic pricing, where your models and insights will directly influence how we deliver value to our clients.

Are You Someone Who Can:

• Solve complex problems with data
• Design intelligent pricing frameworks
• Create personalised reward strategies
• Work in a space where your work drives real business impact
• Effectively present complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Drive strategic alignment by securing buy-in from senior stakeholder

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• Have a qualification in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science or similar
• Have 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist 
• Have coding experienced in SQL and SAS
• Have experience with Teradata (beneficial)
• Have experience in pricing between product houses
• Are experienced with building strategy off the back of data
• Are an out of the box thinker 

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.

24/09/25

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.