Head of AI and Analytics

Moove is on a mission to make Africa and other emerging markets more productive and successful by redefining access to auto finance and vehicle ownership. Our starting point is a technology-enabled lending model to radically transform the availability of auto finance and vehicles for on-demand ridesharing services across tier 1 African cities. By doing so, Moove is creating sustainable jobs for mobility entrepreneurs in the mobility sector

Our Core values are Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Teamwork, Trust and Ownership.

The Opportunity

The Data Team is a brand-new function that’s been created with data at the heart and minds of growing the business to be a data-led company. We want to hear from experienced Data Science Leaders who want to spearhead a transformative data movement, own the data science roadmap and build leading edge AI systems from the ground up while improving people’s lives and help us democratize mobility thru fintech.

The Head for AI & Analytics is a strategic position for Moove. You will play a leadership role across our AI, data science and analytics capabilities; shaping our strategy, defining our ambition and developing junior members of the team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspire, lead and grow a team of data scientists, MLOps specialists and Machine Learning Engineers. Ensuring that team members are clear about expected standards of performance, motivated and developed to provide effective and efficient services.
• Build on the Moove’s AI roadmap, lead the development of the Moove AI and data science vision, strategy and capability plan.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to inform, influence, support, and execute product strategy and investment decisions.
• Be proactive with asking questions, ensuring that the right questions are being answered with appropriate level of rigor and that analyses lead to clear and actionable recommendations and impactful product changes.
• Work collaboratively with Product, Engineering and cross-functional partners, and guide data-influenced product planning, prioritization and strategy development.
• Influence product strategy and drive change across org boundaries through clear and compelling communication of data-driven insights and analyses.

What You Will Need For This Position

• An advanced degree in a quantitative field – mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering, statistics, operations research, economics, etc..
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering both as an individual contributor and managing teams
• Ability to drive, strong influencing skills and lead with or without formal power and line authority.
• Expertise in Machine Learning techniques
• Expert knowledge of cloud computing techniques
• Expert knowledge of analytic programming languages (i.e. Python).
• Expert understanding of AI principles, explainable AI and AI pipelines
• Expert knowledge of optimization and / or machine learning algorithms and / or deep learning algorithms
• Expert skills with regard to performance optimization and scalability
• Proven experience leading teams of Data Scientists/Machine Learning Engineers
• Experience working in big database environments
• Experience in visual analytics, storytelling and insight generation to inform and influence decision making across client organisations
• Comfortable with working with multiple stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment of a global matrix organization with sensitivity and partnering
• Experience as a product manager in this field is a plus
• A passion to shape, motivate and deliver AI, Data Science and Analytics work

Who You’ll Be Working with:

You will report to our Chief Data Officer, and will be closely working with our Data, Ai & Analytics Teams

About The Team

Our team is collaborative, positive, curious, and engaged. We think fast, work smart, laugh often, and are looking for like-minded people to join us in our mission to disrupt vehicle ownership and make cities better.

Moove is strongly committed to diversity within its community.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently.

Pre-hiring Notice: Moove relies on the accuracy of information contained in employment applications, as well as the accuracy of other data presented throughout the hiring process and during employment. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or material omissions in any information or data provided by an applicant may result in the applicant being excluded from further consideration for employment or, if an individual has already been hired, termination of employment.

EEO Statement: Moove is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, political affiliation or any other protected characteristic.