Data Scientist at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Scientist

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled Data Scientist to analyse complex datasets, build predictive models, and deliver data-driven insights to solve business challenges.
• The ideal candidate will leverage machine learning techniques, data visualisation tools, and analytical expertise to support strategic decision-making and improve organisational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess valuable data sources, automating data collection processes for efficiency.
• Pre-process structured and unstructured data to ensure quality and usability for analysis.
• Analyse large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Develop and implement predictive models and machine-learning algorithms to address business needs.
• Combine multiple models through ensemble techniques to enhance prediction accuracy.
• Create and present data-driven insights using advanced data visualisation techniques.
• Develop and propose innovative solutions and strategies to tackle business challenges.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and product development teams to integrate data-driven solutions into operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience as a Data Scientist or Data Analyst with a track record of successful projects.
• Strong understanding of machine learning and operations research.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as R, SQL, and Python; familiarity with Scala, Java, or C++ is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau) and data frameworks (e.g., Hadoop).
• Solid math skills, including statistics and algebra.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Analytical thinking combined with a strong business acumen.
• Onsite availability is required.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Career Advancement.
• Training and Development Programs.
• Competitive Salary.
• Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.