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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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148
Salary range
£45k – £150k
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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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£45k – £150k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 56 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Operations Analytics Lead

This role involves leading and shaping the data and insights strategy for a fintech's operations function. Responsibilities include managing a team of analysts, establishing KPIs, and driving data-driven decision-making and business growth through advanced analytics and reporting.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £100,000 pa

Operations Analytics & Insights Lead

This role involves leading a team of analytics professionals, shaping the analytics roadmap, and delivering hands-on analysis to improve operational performance. Key responsibilities include coaching the team, automating processes, and supporting AI initiatives.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Research Scientist

Conducts original research in AI safety, focusing on interpretability and behavioral analysis of transformer-based language models. Designs and runs experiments to study model behavior, develops reproducible research tooling in Python/PyTorch, and translates technical findings for government, industry, and safety partners. Works closely with senior scientists to advance robust AI deployment and contribute to emerging safety standards.

Faculty London, United Kingdom
Permanent
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Senior Specialist Solutions Architect (AI/ML)

Design and implement production-grade machine learning and AI workloads, including end-to-end pipelines, MLOps, and GenAI systems such as RAG and agentic architectures. Provide technical leadership during sales cycles, mentor teams, and influence product direction by representing customer needs. Engage in thought leadership through technical content, presentations, and community events.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Senior Solutions Engineer (Technical, Presales, Data & AI, DNB)

This role involves acting as a technical advisor to customers, demonstrating the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform through hands-on evaluations and custom solutions. You'll collaborate with sales teams to address complex data challenges in sectors like retail, media, and financial services, using expertise in Spark, cloud platforms, and programming languages like Python or Scala. The position emphasizes technical pre-sales support, solution architecture, and community engagement through workshops and meet-ups.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Lead the technical direction of complex AI/ML projects, designing scalable production systems and guiding engineering teams in high-risk, government-facing environments. Drive architecture decisions, model deployment infrastructure, and cross-team technical alignment on impactful public sector AI platforms. Mentor engineers, define standards, and shape adoption of cutting-edge AI frameworks across the organisation.

Faculty London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Deployment Strategist - UK Government

As a Deployment Strategist, you will work closely with customer teams to understand their data challenges and develop solutions that drive impactful outcomes. Your role involves synthesising complex data streams, collaborating with engineers and product designers, and empowering users to make informed decisions through data-driven insights.

Palantir Technologies London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Shopper Insights Client Lead

The role involves managing a portfolio of CPG clients, leveraging customer insight tools to align client and retail priorities, and driving value through data-driven strategies. You'll act as a consultant and platform expert, supporting client training, renewals, and new business development with Waitrose and supplier partners. The position emphasizes thought leadership, stakeholder management, and commercial growth in a customer-centric retail environment.

dunnhumby London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Analyst Jobs

£35k – £160k
27 open

Data Scientist Jobs

£50k – £130k
24 open

Senior Data Scientist Jobs

£70k – £130k
13 open

Business Intelligence Analyst Jobs

£50k – £60k
3 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£40k – £85k
3 open

Business Intelligence Developer Jobs

£70k – £75k
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.

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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