Data Scientist

FirstRand group

📍 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Full-time Mathematical Science Occupations Posted February 27, 2026

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Hello Future Data Scientist

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables and the Future of AI and Recommender Systems (RecSys). We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people that make it happen.

Are you ready to redefine possibilities in the world of AI and RecSys? Join us and become part of a team that’s pioneering innovative solutions to solve tomorrow’s challenges today.

We are currently in search of a Data Scientist to research, plan, build, implement and optimize RecSys models within the Dynamic Decisioning team. The Data Scientist is expected to use advanced analytics to address business problems and opportunities and implement business strategy.

Are you a data scientist who can:

  • Take a hands-on approach to solving challenges, leveraging data-driven insights and innovative techniques.
  • Research the RecSys literature and adapt what’s re...