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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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209
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

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Lakebase Sales Specialist - MEA

This role focuses on driving adoption and revenue for Databricks Lakebase, a fully managed Postgres service designed for AI-native and intelligent applications. The specialist will collaborate with account teams to engage technical and business stakeholders, lead complex sales cycles, and validate use cases such as real-time workloads and reverse ETL through proofs of value. Success involves enabling field teams, shaping go-to-market strategy, and positioning Lakebase against competitive databases in enterprise environments.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Machine Learning Ops Engineer

This role involves designing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in production using Azure Machine Learning Studio, with a focus on MLOps practices such as automated retraining, model monitoring, and drift detection. The engineer will build scalable data pipelines with Python, SQL, and Azure Data Factory, and collaborate closely with actuarial and analytics teams to deliver data-driven insights for pension and insurance clients. Strong emphasis is placed on CI/CD integration, cross-functional communication, and improving model reliability within regulated financial environments.

Proactive Appointments London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Lead AI/ML 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
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Lakebase Sales Specialist (UKI)

This role involves driving adoption and revenue for Databricks Lakebase, a fully managed Postgres service, by partnering with account teams to engage technical and business stakeholders. The specialist will lead sales cycles, run proof-of-concept projects, and position Lakebase as a modern solution for operational workloads and AI-native applications. Success requires strategic account engagement, technical value selling, and cross-functional collaboration to simplify data architectures and improve governance for customers in the UK and Ireland.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Data Scientist II, Alexa for Shopping Science UK

A Data Scientist in this role will analyze multimodal datasets to improve AI-driven shopping experiences through natural language processing, machine learning, and A/B testing. The role involves building predictive models, designing experiments, and collaborating with engineers to deploy scalable solutions for Alexa’s conversational shopping features. Work focuses on enhancing customer interactions via personalized recommendations, product research support, and multimodal responses combining text, images, and video.

Amazon London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Engineer - Workplace Technology & Automation

Lead Engineer - Workplace Technology & Automation at dunnhumby in London. This hands-on, non-managerial role focuses on improving workplace services through automation, AI adoption, and integration of Microsoft 365 with platforms like ServiceNow. The engineer will lead technical design, build custom Copilot agents, implement infrastructure-as-code, and act as an internal consultant to drive operational efficiency across support processes and platform operations.

dunnhumby London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Senior Alliance Manager, London

This role involves managing strategic partnerships in the biotech and pharmaceutical space, focusing on advancing drug discovery through AI-driven innovation. The Senior Alliance Manager will oversee collaboration frameworks, governance, and joint research plans while fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners. The position requires deep expertise in alliance management, contract negotiation, and the drug development lifecycle, with an emphasis on operational excellence and value creation across long-term partnerships.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior AI Engineer

This role involves designing and building multimodal AI solutions that enhance content consumption across various channels, including digital, print, audio, and video. You will work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable AI products and lead key technical initiatives within a growing AI team.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £140,000 pa
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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