Director of Data Science

Data Science Director – Marketing Intelligence | Cape Town

Are you ready to shape the future of marketing intelligence through data science? We’re seeking a visionary Data Science Director to join a leading global marketing technology company in Cape Town.

What makes this role unique:

• Lead cutting-edge ML/AI projects that directly impact marketing performance
• Work with diverse datasets to solve complex business challenges
• Direct access to global markets and teams across EMEA
• Freedom to innovate and build bespoke data science solutions

What you’ll do:

• Design and deploy predictive models that drive marketing intelligence
• Lead a talented team of data scientists and analysts
• Build revenue-generating ML/AI solutions
• Collaborate with global teams in an agile environment

What you’ll need:

• 5-12 years of data science experience
• Strong Python, SQL, R skills
• Expertise in ML modeling (pLTV, Propensity, MMM)
• Experience with GCP, BigQuery
• Honours degree in Data Science, Statistics, or Computer Science

Why you’ll love it:

• Work with cutting-edge marketing technology
• Lead innovative projects from conception to deployment
• Global exposure with a Cape Town base
• Collaborative, learning-focused environment

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