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Technical Lead Machine Learning (Johannesburg)
Remuneration: | R1200000 – R1400000 per year Cost to company |
Location: | Johannesburg, Randburg |
Education level: | Degree |
Job level: | Senior |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #GZ42748 |
Company: | E-Merge IT Recruitment |
Job description
An exciting opportunity within a blue chip organisation based in the North of Johannesburg has been re-established. The client is in the lookout for a development manager ML with a minimum of five years’ work experience, in a technology; telecommunications-related environment.
You will be required to have the capability to conceptualise and drive core technologies teachings. Understand and integrate the core technologies across the business and use the data to feed into the machine for self-learning. Lead a team of machine learning specialists.
We are looking for a machine learning expert who is dedicated to his craft and can hit the ground running. With plenty of room for growth.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the development and maintenance of a strong business relationship with both internal and external customers, to ensure mutually beneficial interaction, in an effort to meet the objectives
- Maintain relationships with external vendors who supply the software for machine learning systems as well as machine learning partners across the business and network
- Engage in overall customer service strategy and defining how to provide the best customer experience while continuing to drive maximum efficiency. This position must be able to align machine learning efforts to overall customer outcomes and support company objectives
- Implements and manages effective platform projects/programmes measured by successful implementation within agreed timelines and budgets, as well as delivering on projected benefits
- Drive the automation the trend analysis to enable machine learning to identify possible interruptions
- Drive the creation of advanced analytics models – thereafter create machine learning frameworks to automate these models
- Use machine learning to identify trends in internal processes without human intervention
- Lead the discovery of opportunities to implement machine learning including but not limited to forecasting, disconnect planning and predictive modelling
- Work with key stakeholders like BTD, IT journey architects, futurists to create processes for machine learning within the different journeys
- Use machine learning to identify trends and be able to detect disasters before they happen
- Use machine learning to assist in the decisioning to resolve the potential disruptions
- Use Machine Learning for key customer journey management across the Omni channel framework
- Code and manage various machine learning platforms such as Python and R, etc.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or computer science
- Five to eight years’ work experience, in a technology; telecommunications related environment
- Machine Learning platforms such as (Python, R)
Reference number for this position is GZ42748 which is a permanent position based in Randburg offering a cost to company salary of R1.4m negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on
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or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.
Are you ready for a change of scenery? The e-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.
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Posted on 19 Jul 14:59
Garth Zoutendyk
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Senior Linux Systems Engineer (Johannesburg)
Remuneration: | R800000 – R850000 per year Cost to company |
Location: | Johannesburg, Randburg |
Education level: | Degree |
Job level: | Senior |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #GZ42097 |
Company: | E-Merge IT Recruitment |
Job description
A notorious media house is offering an opportunity like no other, to work on Greenfield projects that are international, and is currently seeking a Linux Systems Engineer to join their team of highly accomplished specialists.
You will be required to design, maintain and support our Linux platform that forms part of the OTT platform, which operates in a 24/7 environment. This will involve setting up and configuring new systems to meet project requirements as well as assisting in the design of solutions and researching new technologies for service improvements
Do you want to work with the best employees and work on predominantly high impact and complex system tasks? This is your opportunity to enhance your career and get involved in diverse technologies! Apply now!!
Requirements
- Five+ years of experience in Linux based operating systems
- One+ years of experience in Docker and kubernetes
- Experience with automation/configuration management using either Puppet, Chef or an equivalent
- Strong experience with SQL, MySQL and NoSQL
- A working understanding of code and script (PHP, Python, Perl and/or Ruby)
- GlusterFS or any distributed file systems
- Experience with Varnish and Nginx caches
- Good understanding of streaming and CDN technologies (Akamai, Level3, CloudFront, etc.)
- Knowledge with encoders ( Elemental, Harmonic)
- Understanding of Cloud technologies (AWS and Azure)
- Experience with PFSense Firewall and IPtables
- Experience with HAproxy and other load balancing technologies
- Excellent knowledge of appropriate network technologies and network applications such as TCP/IP, LAN/WAN setup
- Experience with REST and SOAP API’s
Responsibilities:
- Support the adoption of Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Test-Driven Development, and Agile best practices, processes, and tools
- Implementation of servers and software in support of development processes
- Take ownership of system infrastructure and help to maintain reliability and uptime of core services
- Scripting and automation of tasks
- Interfacing with the Development Team and assisting in software development
- Research new tools, technologies and best practice
- Create technical documentation as needed
- Maintain systems security and best practice
Qualifications
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or Computer Science
- Linux Certification beneficial
Reference Number for this position is GZ42097 which is a permanent position based in Randburg offering a cost to company salary of R850,000 pa negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on
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Posted on 19 Jul 14:59
Garth Zoutendyk
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Working Paper – WP/19/05: The impact of capital flow reversal shocks in South Africa: a stock- and flow-consistent analysis
South Africa’s economy has a very well-developed financial sector and high reliance on capital flows. We employ a micro-founded and stock- and flow-consistent model in the tradition of Backus et al. (1980) to study the impact of capital flow reversal shocks on the South African economy. The model provides for a richer representation of institutional balance sheets than existing models do. The financial sector’s behaviour in the model draws on the recent theoretical frameworks of Borio and Zhu (2012) and Woodford (2010), which highlight the relationship between bank capital, the risk-taking behaviour of the financial sector, lending spreads and economic activity. We specify a dynamic adjustment model of household expectations with properties that differ from the way in which expectations are formed in both stock- and flow-consistent as well as dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) models. Household expectations resemble bounded rationality. The financial accelerator mechanism operates through the balance sheets of all institutions in the economy. The results indicate larger impacts compared to previous studies. We find that, even in the absence of large foreign currency-denominated liabilities, a reversal in capital flows can affect the domestic economy through its impact on domestic liquidity, on the risk-taking behaviour of the financial sector, and on the demand for assets. The negative effect can be exacerbated if the shock changes the expectation formation process of agents.
Finance Manager/Accountant (Cape Town)
Remuneration: | negotiable Negotiable depending on experience |
Location: | Cape Town, Bergvliet |
Education level: | Degree |
Job level: | Management Snr |
Own transport required: | Yes |
Type: | Six months |
Company: | Triggerfish Animation Studios |
Job description
Triggerfish Animation is a Cape Town-based media and entertainment company, producing original character-driven stories with universal appeal. Since establishment in 1996, we have grown into Africa’s largest CG animation company, employing some of the most talented digital artists and developers. We are a major player in the development of South Africa’s thriving local industry, and our films are raising the profile of South African animation on the global stage, as evidenced by our Academy Award nomination in 2017 for the short film, “Revolting Rhymes” and the many other international awards for our feature films, short films and high-quality service work.
This position is to fulfil the responsibilities of our Finance Manager while she is away on maternity leave.
You will be responsible for all aspects of financial management including managing the day to day accounting financial reporting against the budgets. Ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures and overseeing the work of the finance department. Working closely with the producer and the production team while reporting to external stakeholders.
Other KPA’s include:
- Produce and distribute monthly management reports to agreed timescales
- Managing the day-to-day accounting financial reporting against the budgets
- Review and produce financial reports detailing actual expenditure against actual forecasts to agreed timescales
- Produce required financial reports for members of the team and Partners
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements relating to financial control, financial management and accounting
- Ensure appropriate external audit arrangements are in place and manage the audit process
- Ensure that all balance sheet reconciliations are produced on an accurate and timely basis to include bank reconciliations, debtors, creditors and inter-company account
- Ensure implementation and adherence to finance policies, procedures and systems across all teams
- Costing productions and company budgets
- Liaising with financiers
- Managing cashflow
- Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing and other transactions
- Reporting to management and stakeholders
Requirements
- Three to five years of experience in working within a financial management role
- A four year degree in accounting/finance or professional qualification with SAICA or CIMA
- Production accounting experience in the film industry, including experience with the DTI Film Rebate submission process is advantageous
- Deep understanding of business principles and practices
- Knowledge of strategic and financial planning including activity costing, benchmarking and KPI’s
- Highly numerate and able to analyse statistical information and interpret financial data to produce reports which can be understood by non-financial colleagues
- Excellent attention to detail
- Organisational and planning skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Employee management skills
- Computer skills in Excel and Pastel (skills in Mydaes are advantageous)
Posted on 19 Jul 14:03
Cathy Bradley
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Embedded Java Developers (Johannesburg)
Remuneration: | R550000 – R600000 per year Cost to company |
Location: | Johannesburg, Randburg |
Education level: | Degree |
Job level: | Mid/Senior |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #GZ39774 |
Company: | E-Merge IT Recruitment |
Job description
Are you looking for a change? Want to work with the leading minds in the online and digital world where you will be mentored and have senior Java developers sharing their knowledge? Keep reading.
A multimedia company of choice, that has won numerous awards is looking for embedded Java developers, able to develop on multiple platforms using Java, software development, planning, design and investigation, while managing the lifecycle in an Agile environment and embedded application software maintenance and support.
Requirements
- BSC or similar qualification
- Three to five years’ experience with traceable software design/development of Core Java systems
- Embedded Java
- Object Orientated
- MPEG
- DVB
- DSMCC
- Linux
- Agile Environment
If you are ready to take your career to the next level, then this may be the right opportunity for you!
Reference Number for this position is GZ39774 which is a permanent position based in Randburg offering a salary from R600,000 per annum negotiable on experience.
The time for change is now! e-Merge IT recruitment are specialist niche recruiters with a wide range of positions available. We offer researched positions with top companies to strong technical candidates. Email Garth on
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Posted on 19 Jul 11:33
Garth Zoutendyk
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Full Stack Python Java Developer (Johannesburg)
Remuneration: | R600 – R700 per hour |
Location: | Johannesburg, Midrand |
Type: | Contract |
Reference: | #GZ46033 |
Company: | E-merge IT Recruitment |
One of the nicest opportunities we have with a renowned business known for producing the worlds Uutimate driving machines for Python and Java skilled Developers.
Why’s it nice:
Great tech, new projects, IOT based projects, casual work environment, flexibility, work from home one day a week, great rates, long term contract work (24/36/48 months)
The technology landscape includes the following:
- Sound knowledge in Python and Java
- At least five years’ worth of experience using front-end and back-end technologies such
- JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS, Java, Python
Sound experience in developing backend applications:
- Architecture and Interface Design.
- Data modelling and Database technologies (relational, document, graph, time series, geolocation), e.g. Postgres, Influx.
- Implementation of Backend Services.
Basic knowledge of:
- Internet of Things, MQTT.
- Proficiency in UI frameworks:
- React or Angular (Version 6 or higher)
- Excellent communication skills and team-oriented work behaviour in a distributed team
- Experience of agile methodologies, particularly Scrum
- Experience with Continuous Integration and Delivery tools (e.g. GitLab, Terrafrom, Ansible, Concourse)
- Fit for business purpose mindset, i.e. the solutions provided must meet the business goals
Added advantage:
- Experience with testing tools like Karma, Jasmine, Postman, Newman, Cypress, Selenium, Junit, Robot, Jest, Pytest
- Experience with Jira and Confluence
- Experience with backend frameworks like Spring, Java EE, Django
- Experience with Cloud technologies like AWS and Azure
- Experience with container technologies like Docker, Kubernetes and Openshift
- Algorithms (constrained integer optimization).
- VOLTTRON Environment (https://volttron.org).
Reference number for this position is GZ46033 -2019 which is a contract position based in
Midrand – Johannesburg offering a contract rate of between R500 – R700 per hour negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on
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Posted on 19 Jul 10:00
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Regional Manager – Medical Centre (Rustenburg)
Remuneration: | Market Related |
Benefits: | Medical Aid, Pension Fund and Performance Bonus |
Location: | Rustenburg |
Reference: | #PE000328/JJ |
Company: | Intelligent Placement |
Our reputable wellness client is looking to appoint a primary healthcare nurse in the Rustenburg area of the North-West province. If you meet the following minimum competencies and requirements, we look forward to hearing from you to start a rewarding career at an employer of choice!
Behavioural competencies required for this role:
- Strong administration skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management and organising skills
- Reporting skills
- Analytical
- Leadership and mentorship skills
- Good project management skills
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cost-effective management
- Patient management
- Clinical administration
- Conducting clinical audits
- Compliance of Scheme rules
- Ensuring SLA’s are met
- Directly supervise centre managers
- Ensure proper marketing initiatives
- Developing strategies
- Trends and Research analysis
- Continuous liaison with all stakeholders
Minimum requirements for application:
- Four-year nursing qualification
- SANC Registration
- Post-graduate in nursing administration
- Excellent computer literacy
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
- Availability to travel nationally as and when required
- Three to five years of case management and clinical auditing experience required
Salary: Negotiable
Vacancy Reference no: PE00328
Closing Date: 31 July 2019
To apply for the above-mentioned position, please apply on our Website www.intelligentplacement.co.za/vacancies also add your profile picture to your CV.
If you don’t hear from us within three weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Posted on 19 Jul 09:57
Intelligent Placement
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News24.com | Centurion Mall shootout: 2 alleged robbers, security guard wounded
Two alleged robbers and a security guard were wounded in a shootout at Centurion Mall at around 18:15 on Thursday, Netwerk24 reported.
They were reportedly wounded when they allegedly attempted to rob a store in the mall and a shootout ensued. One security guard was reportedly taken to hospital while the alleged robbers were treated on the scene.
Mall spokesperson Marli Strauss confirmed the incident to Centurion Record.
“Two of the suspects were injured when the security guard returned fire,” Strauss reportedly said.
“The security guard was also injured and transported to hospital.”
The SAPS said in a statement: “Four suspects entered the Centurion Mall and attempted to rob one of the stores. The security was alerted to the situation and responded; the suspects saw them approach and fired at the security officer who returned fire hitting two of the suspects.
“One suspect was hit in the leg and the second one was hit in the upper body.
“The suspect that was hit in the leg fled the scene and attempted to hijack a vehicle outside the mall; however, he was unsuccessful and was apprehended.
“The first suspect who was hit in the upper body was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
“In total, two suspects were arrested and one passed away.
“Two unlicensed firearms were recovered on the scene together with the money taken from the store.
“The security officer who was involved in the shooting was unfortunately also hit and is in a stable condition in a private hospital.
“We are still looking for two suspects that managed to escape and are following up all leads. The arrested suspect will face charges of possession of unlicensed firearms attempted murder and armed robbery.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out the the security officer and we wish to convey our appreciation for his willingness to place himself in harms way to ensure that these suspects were arrested,” the statement by the Lyttelton SAPS read.
In the past, robbers have targeted the mall. In January this year and in July last year, the Incredible Connection store at the mall was robbed, Centurion Record reported.
In October 2014, six people were arrested following a robbery and shootout at Centurion Mall, Sapa reported at the time.
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