Data Scientist at Dufil Prima Foods Limited

Dufil Prima Foods Plc is one of the fast-growing FMCG companies in Nigeria with eight processing locations across the nation. Over the past 17 years in the Nigerian market, Dufil Group has had a remarkable impact on the Nigerian culinary landscape. Our Product, Indomie Instant Noodles which appeals to several demographic groups has grown to become a household name across the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Scientist

Location: West Africa

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join our team and drive data-driven insights and solutions.

Job Description

• Data Analysis: Perform exploratory data analysis to gain insights and identify patterns.  
• Model Development: Design and develop machine learning models to address specific  business challenges such as customer segmentation, predictive maintenance, and fraud  detection.  
• Model Optimization: Tune and optimize models for performance and scalability.  
• Deep Learning: Build deep learning models using frameworks like Matlab, TensorFlow,  or PyTorch for tasks such as image recognition, natural language processing, and time  series analysis.  
• Model Evaluation: Evaluate model performance using appropriate metrics and refine  models as necessary.  
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business  requirements and deliver data-driven solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s (First class Graduate) or master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a  related field.  
• 5+ years of experience as a data scientist or in related roles.  
• Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models.  
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.  
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).  
• Knowledge of big data platforms (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preffered Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).  
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases.  
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data mining techniques.  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Application Closing Date
27th June, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted.