Analyst - Data Science, Client Capabilities Network

Key Skills

Apache Hadoop, C Programming, C++, Data science techniques, Java Programming, Machine learning techniques, MapReduce, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, Scala Programming, SQL, TensorFlow

Job Description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

You’ll work with our Client Capabilities Network Analytics team based in Johannesburg.

Colleagues in our global Client Capabilities Networkdeliver distinctive client impact through assets and expertise and are driven by a culture of innovation.

McKinsey Analytics works with leading institutions globally to unlock new sources of value and to drive significant client impact. Our team has world class analytical experience with a successful track record of deploying analytics across clients spanning a range of sectors. The team integrates analytical findings into the business solutions and develops actionable recommendations that are tailor made for client situations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You will be a part of analytics focused engagements across statistics, optimization & simulations, machine learning and Big Data.

In this role, you will focus on advanced statistical analysis and machine learning algorithms, advising on state-of-the-art quantitative modeling techniques in order to derive business insights and solve complex business problems. You will gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, develop and communicate recommendations. You will also be responsible for presenting results to client leadership and implementing recommendations with client team members.

There is flexibility to hire at the Junior Analyst or Analyst level, depending on candidate experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post graduate degree in computer science, information technology or related fields with an excellent academic record

• Prior work experience in building business algorithms/scenario planners/simulation engines to solve business problems is an advantage

• Hands-on experience in VBA, SQL/NoSQL, R, Python, etc. preferred

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to disaggregate issues, identify root causes and recommend solutions

• Stakeholder management skills with the ability to work with middle to senior management effectively

• Skills to communicate complex ideas effectively