Senior Data Scientist
2U · Cape Town · Technology
About this role
2U is hiring a senior-level Data Scientist based in Cape Town. The posting calls out experience with Python, Java, Scala, R.
- Role
- Data Scientist
- Function
- data engineering
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Cape Town
- Department
- Technology
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Job description
from 2U careersAt 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.
What We’re Looking For:
The Data Scientist III will technically lead analytical research, machine learning and other data science initiatives across all lines of business, including degree, executive education, and open course programs. The Data Scientist III would be expected to engage with stakeholders, lead technical solution design and delivery. This is a highly quantitative role that requires analytical aptitude, strong programming skills, and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for someone who is excited about solving business problems, eager to learn and apply experimental and machine learning techniques, and motivated to develop their skills in a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Lead statistical analysis, reporting and visualization to support business decision-making across degree, executive education, and open course lines of business.