Job Overview
We're currently recruiting a skilled Data Scientist to support the development, integration, rollout, and maintenance of complex solutions for our clients within defence, space manufacturing, and the public sector.
This is a hybrid position that includes occasional travel to our office in the Milton Keynes area as well as very occasional client visits within the Wiltshire region.
Key Responsibilities
* Apply data science expertise to help achieve client goals and contribute to intelligent systems powered by machine learning and AI.
* Fully engage in cross-functional collaboration, bringing technical expertise to work with diverse teams.
* Help shape proposals for new projects in data analytics and AI, writing detailed estimates and plans.
* Build relationships with stakeholders, gathering requirements and offering insights into business processes and innovative solutions.
* Partner with academic and industry organizations to develop and implement cutting-edge methods and software solutions.
Requirements
* A degree in a numerate discipline, with a strong emphasis on statistics.
* High-level proficiency in Python, SQL, and Excel (or similar tools).
* Significant experience using PowerBI or Tableau (or comparable software).
* Experience with natural language processing (NLP), transformers, and handling large datasets.
* Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker and Docker-Compose.
* Confidence using Linux command-line tools.
* Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms and advanced analytical methods.
* Strong presentation skills—confident and persuasive.
* Willingness and ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) as a minimum.
What We Offer
* Access to a private medical insurance scheme.
* Additional health benefits.
* Starting salary in the range of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.
* Company-provided IT and mobile phone.
* Pension scheme.
* Performance-related bonus scheme (up to 20%).