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Data Science Jobs in London

The UK's financial and tech hub, home to a vast array of data science roles across industries.

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210
Salary range
£36k – £125k
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London is the epicentre of the UK's data science ecosystem, boasting a diverse range of opportunities in finance, tech, healthcare, and more. Major financial institutions, tech scaleups, and research-heavy startups all vie for top data science talent, making it a dynamic and competitive market. The city's blend of established corporations and innovative startups ensures a rich variety of roles, from data analysts and business intelligence (BI) analysts to data scientists and statisticians. While many roles are based in central London, there is a growing trend towards hybrid and remote work, offering flexibility to professionals.

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£36k – £125k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 75 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Data Scientist

This role involves working in a growing data and analytics team, delivering insights and analysis that support data-driven marketing and commercial decisions. You will build and apply predictive models, prepare and manipulate data, and translate findings into clear stories for various stakeholders.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Data Scientist

This role involves working on complex pricing problems in the insurance industry, building predictive models to understand risk and customer behavior, and translating analysis into commercial recommendations. The data scientist will have clear ownership of their work and direct impact on business outcomes.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £130,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Lead Solutions Architect - Strategic Customers

Acts as a senior technical advisor to major enterprise customers, driving adoption of the Databricks platform through strategic data and AI initiatives. Focuses on executive engagement, complex solution design across cloud ecosystems, and mentoring technical teams. Combines deep technical expertise with thought leadership to influence large-scale digital transformation.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Senior Software Engineer

Lead backend and edge/Io�t engineering for high-impact defence projects, bridging machine learning research with production-grade software. Design and implement scalable, robust systems in Python and compiled languages, while mentoring engineers and operationalising agentic AI solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required
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Senior Research Engineer - Video Foundation Models (Pre - Training)

This role involves developing and scaling latent video diffusion models for human-centric video generation, with a focus on improving control, fidelity, and efficiency. The engineer will work on distributed training strategies, evaluation frameworks, and inference optimization to deliver production-grade foundation models. The position operates at the intersection of applied research and engineering, emphasizing real-world product impact over pure research.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent
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Senior Staff Software Engineer - Delta

Design and develop high-performance backend systems for Databricks workspaces, focusing on scalability, low latency, and reliability. Lead technical projects across teams, drive architecture decisions, and mentor engineers while solving complex distributed systems challenges at exabyte scale. Contribute to open-source innovations in data storage and processing through the Delta Lake ecosystem.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
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Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Lead the technical direction of complex machine learning projects, designing scalable and reliable AI systems while mentoring engineering teams and guiding architectural decisions. Drive innovation by developing shared libraries and leading the adoption of new technologies in high-risk, client-facing environments. Act as a technical expert and coach for both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring delivery excellence across full project lifecycles.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Solutions Consultant (Italian Speaking)

This role focuses on designing and delivering customer onboarding and education programs to drive rapid product adoption and long-term retention. The person will create engaging training content—both written and video—tailored to Italian-speaking users, define success metrics, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve customer experience. The position plays a key part in scaling customer success within a high-growth AI startup environment.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Scientist Jobs

£45k – £130k
23 open

Data Analyst Jobs

£29k – £180k
22 open

Senior Data Scientist Jobs

£71k – £130k
9 open

Business Intelligence Analyst Jobs

£50k – £60k
3 open

Quantitative Analyst Jobs

£80k – £500k
3 open

Product Analyst Jobs

£160k – £180k
1 open
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Hiring in London

London's data science job market is highly competitive, with a wide range of companies vying for top talent. Major financial institutions, tech scaleups, and research-heavy startups all offer exciting opportunities. The city's status as a global financial hub means that data science roles in finance are particularly prevalent, but there are also significant opportunities in tech and healthcare.

The trend towards hybrid and remote work has made London's data science jobs more accessible to a broader pool of candidates. This flexibility is particularly appealing to professionals who value a better work-life balance. However, the high cost of living in London remains a consideration for many.

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Common questions

  • Finance, tech, and healthcare are the primary industries hiring data scientists in London.

  • While many roles are based in central London, remote and hybrid work options are increasingly common.

  • Python, R, SQL, and machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch are widely used.

  • Salaries in London are generally higher due to the city's high cost of living and competitive job market. For specific salary ranges, refer to the salary section on this page.

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