Contract, Senior Data Scientist - SA

About Nintex:  

At Nintex, we are transforming the way people work, everywhere.   

As the global standard for process intelligence and automation, we're trusted by over 10,000 public and private sector organizations across 90 countries. Our customers, from industry giants like Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft, rely on the Nintex Platform to accelerate their digital transformation journeys by managing, automating, and optimizing business processes quickly and efficiently. We improve their lives through the technology we build.  

We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports amazing people in doing their very best work every day. Collaboration is constant, our workplace is fun, the environment is fast-paced, and we value our people’s curiosity, ideas, and enthusiasm. Driven by passion and accountability, we take initiative, measure progress, and deliver results. Our culture fosters innovation and problem-solving, fueled by curiosity and a commitment to thinking big. Together, we move with agility, prioritize customer needs, and build unity through empathy, leaving a positive impact wherever we go.  

Working in engineering:  

Working at Nintex as an engineer means building more than just software; it’s about making a tangible impact with every line of code. Our engineers are process experts, developing the industry’s most complete process and automation platform to transform the way people work. If you’re interested, curious and want to learn and do more, the sky is the limit here. We take a solutions-oriented and collaborative approach, constantly innovating our business and products. 

About the role: 

We are looking for a highly skilled and versatile Data Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, be proficient in Python, and have experience managing data pipelines and using technologies like Docker, RabbitMQ, SQLite, and more. You will be joining a team that is contributing to GenAI features on our product roadmap.

Your contribution will be:  

Data Science and Engineering: 

• Develop and implement advanced data science models.
• Design and optimize data pipelines for various AI features across our product suite.
• Utilize Python and its major libraries (Pandas, Scikit-learn, NumPy, etc.) to analyze and process large datasets. 

Product Mastery: 

• Gain deep knowledge of our various AI or generative AI features across our products.
• Work closely with the product development team to integrate advanced data science methodologies into our products. 

Pipeline Management: 

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines that ensure smooth operation across various products.
• Optimize data processing workflows using tools like Docker, RabbitMQ, and SQLite.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and performance. 

Stakeholder Communication: 

• Communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. 

Research: 

• Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and techniques in data science and implement new methodologies as appropriate. 

To be successful, we think you need:  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in data science and data engineering roles. 
• Strong proficiency in Python and major libraries such as Pandas, Scikit-learn, NumPy, TensorFlow, etc.
• Proven experience in building and managing data pipelines using Docker, RabbitMQ, and SQLite.
• Familiarity with SQL and database management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. 
• Experience with generative AI technologies. 
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. 
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. 

What’s in it for you? 

Nintex has a hybrid working model, enabling us to build culture, learn, and grow together. We intentionally connect and collaborate, while emphasizing flexibility with a blend of at-home and in-office work. This role is remote, with intentional opportunities to collaborate and connect with your colleagues both async and in person.

While our offerings differ from country to country, we offer our entire global workforce an array of exciting perks and benefits, including 

• Global Gratitude and Recharge Days
• Flexible, paid time off policy
• Employee wellness programs and counseling resources
• Meaningful peer recognition and awards
• Paid parental leave
• Invention/patenting assistance
• Community impact, paid volunteer time, and opportunities
• Intercultural learning and celebration
• Multiple tools through which to learn and grow, and an incredible global community 

View more about our benefits here: https://www.nintex.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Global-Perks-and-Benefits.pdf.  

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