Data Science Jobs in London

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

Open roles
353
Salary range
£28k – £300k
Hiring companies
85

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.

Salary on the board

£28k – £300k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 106 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
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Entry
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45
3 jobs
Mid
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130
24 jobs
Senior
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300
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Lead
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19 jobs
Director
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7 jobs
Live jobs

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Lead / Principal Consultant (AI & Data Science)

This role involves leading the design and delivery of AI and data science solutions, working directly with senior client stakeholders to shape and deliver end-to-end AI products. You will mentor and develop consultants, help shape the consultancy's AI offering, and apply technologies like LLMs, RAG systems, and agentic workflows to real business problems.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £90,000 – £125,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Analytics Manager

This role involves leading and developing an analytics team, translating business problems into actionable insights, and working closely with senior stakeholders across various departments. The position offers the opportunity to shape the analytics function in a fast-growing, data-driven technology business.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £120,000 pa
Permanent
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Staff Software Engineer, Voices

This role involves working on the core systems that power Synthesia’s script preview and voice generation, ensuring high-quality voiceovers across multiple languages and providers. You will build and operate backend services, design robust systems, and collaborate with frontend and R&D teams to enhance user experience and support future innovation.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Lead the design and deployment of production-grade, ethical AI systems for high-impact clients in defence and other sectors. Work across the full ML lifecycle, from technical scoping to scalable infrastructure, while mentoring engineers and advising clients. Collaborate in cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, cutting-edge solutions that meet operational and security standards.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent Flexible Clearance Required
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Senior Data Scientist

As a Senior Data Scientist at Faculty AI, you will lead high-impact AI projects, define data science approaches, and design robust software architectures. You will mentor junior colleagues, build client relationships, and contribute to the company's thought leadership through public speaking and open-source projects.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Product Designer, Growth (Staff/Principal-level)

As a Staff/Principal-level Product Designer on the Growth team, you will partner closely with a Product Manager to enhance user activation and long-term retention. Your focus will be on reimagining onboarding experiences, first-time editor interactions, and early product exploration, tackling complex challenges like reducing cognitive overload and designing around AI latency. You will work in a fast-paced, experimental environment, translating ambiguous problems into scalable, user-centric solutions and influencing the product's growth metrics.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent
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Deployment Strategist

As a Deployment Strategist, you will act as the 'product manager for the field,' bridging the gap between a customer's business problem and Databricks' technical solution. You will work closely with the C-suite, perform deep discovery, scope value, and manage the project from inception to successful delivery, ensuring the solution meets business objectives and drives adoption.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Solutions Architect (Retail/CPG)

JOB ID:FEQ227R179Location:London, UKAt Databricks, our core values are at the heart of everything we do; creating a culture of proactiveness and a customer-centric mindset guides us to create a unified platform that makes data science and analytics accessible to everyone....

Databricks London, United Kingdom
The scene

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.

FAQs

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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