Senior Data Scientist

About Us
In November 2020 in Côte d’Ivoire, then in December 2023 in Senegal, we introduced a groundbreaking financial super app, offering a comprehensive suite of services encompassing online and offline payments, peer-to-peer transactions, fund transfers, and savings and budgeting tools.
As of today, we have empowered thousands of users to seamlessly perform these financial activities, and our rapid growth continues unabated. Our overarching objective is to forge the next generation of digital financial solutions in Francophone Africa, a region where fewer than 25% of the population currently has access to traditional banking services.
The financial landscape of this region is undergoing a profound transformation, with millions of individuals shifting from basic financial transactions (mobile money) to more sophisticated financial management. Djamo is uniquely positioned to emerge as the premier choice for meeting these evolving financial needs.
We are proud to have garnered support from world-renowned investors, including Y Combinator, Partech, Kima, and Norskeen, which underscores our potential and commitment to reshaping the financial services landscape in Africa.
To support the launch and growth of our activities in Djamo Entities, we are looking for a Senior Data Scientist.
Your role
We’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to help us pushing the boundaries of how we leverage data to drive smarter decisions, optimize products and unlock new opportunities. In this role, you will leverage advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to uncover patterns, solve business challenges, and drive smarter decisions. This is a senior-level position, ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for innovation in AI and ML.
Your responsibilities will include:

Applying advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to solve key business problems and improve product decisions.

Analyzing large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.

Building high-quality predictive models and AI-driven solutions integrated into Djamo’s products.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align data science strategies with business objectives.

Automating data collection and processing while ensuring data quality and integrity.

Creating clear and impactful data visualizations to communicate insights and inform strategy.

Exploring and proposing innovative ways to use AI/ML to enhance Djamo’s offerings and business impact.

Performing any other related tasks, as needed, to support the team in achieving responsible data practices and sustainable growth.

Your profile

We are looking for someone based in Abidjan, Dakar, or any other country within 3 hours of GMT.

Master or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on advanced machine learning, data analysis, and statistical modeling.

At least 5 years of experience in large-scale data analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling, with hands-on experience in real-world applications.

Strong technical skills:

Advanced expertise in SQL for querying, manipulating, and analyzing complex datasets.

Proficiency in Python for data analysis, model building, and deployment

Strong foundation in statistics and probability for robust analytical models.

Expertise in machine learning libraries and frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.

Experience with data preprocessing and feature engineering for structured and unstructured data.

Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS, Azure) for deploying data pipelines and ML models.

Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, PowerBI, or libraries like matplotlib and seaborn).

Understanding of APIs and integrating machine learning models into production environments.

Hands-on experience with Git/version control systems and collaborative development workflows.

Business-driven mindset: Ability to translate data insights into practical, impactful business actions.

Problem solver: Proven ability to tackle complex challenges with curiosity and creativity.

Passion for innovation: Enthusiasm for contributing to Djamo’s growth

Excellent communication skills: Ability to present complex data and analysis results clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

A deep passion for using data science and machine learning to drive positive change, particularly in emerging markets like Africa, with a keen interest in the FinTech sector, data-driven innovation, and research.

Why work at Djamo

The balance between autonomy and collaboration, insight and intuition, work and life.

Work in small, open, friendly teams to create beloved products and services.

Ethical and stimulating environment.

Contribute to the rapid expansion of a startup in French-speaking Africa.

Positively impact millions by providing simple and fair banking.

Collaborative, fun environment with strong team spirit and a culture of continuous employee development.

We will consider all applications on the same basis. Djamo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. You are not ticking every box or thinking you’ve got that unique set of skills we haven’t realized we need. Apply anyway; we’re always looking to add great people at every level.
Type of contract
Permanent or Contractor via DEEL
Locations
Abidjan, Ivory Coast – Dakar, Senegal – Remote Location GMT+/-3
Sector of activity
Mobile Financial Services

Djamo