Model Validation Lead

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: CFA020930-AIA-1

We are seeking a Model Validation Lead to provide technical expertise and leadership in validating advanced AI and machine learning models across credit finance and fraud risk domains. This role ensures model accuracy governance and compliance while mentoring analysts and influencing outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Model Validation & Governance
Lead independent validations of models including credit risk operational optimisation financial crime and marketing campaigns
Ensure robust model governance and risk management processes are in place
Design and implement challenger models using advanced machine learning techniques
Technical Leadership & Research
Provide subject matter expertise and oversight on technical reviews of models
Research emerging algorithms and technologies to ensure models meet best practice standards
Contribute to enhancing validation methodologies and frameworks
Collaboration & Mentorship
Partner with model development teams and stakeholders to provide effective challenge and assurance
Mentor analysts identify skills gaps and support professional growth

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 6 years of experience in model development and validation within Data Science
Strong technical expertise in tree-based methods neural networks clustering anomaly detection and advanced ML techniques
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and emerging technologies such as large language models
Ability to design and deliver end-to-end ML projects independently
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Qualifications:
Minimum: Honours Degree in Mathematics Statistics or Data Science
Preferred: Masters degree in mathematics Statistics or Data Science

For more information contact:
Recruitment Consultant
Kayla Reddy:

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Reference: CFA020930-AIA-1We are seeking a Model Validation Lead to provide technical expertise and leadership in validating advanced AI and machine learning models across credit finance and fraud risk domains. This role ensures model accuracy governance and compliance while mentoring analysts and i...