Lead Data Scientist

Robert Walters UK
London
1 month ago
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Our client is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to drive the delivery of complex data science projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative applications of machine learning techniques across various business domains. The successful candidate will have the chance to make significant individual contributions and direct the work of other data scientists, all while working in a fast-paced environment that values efficiency and innovation.

What you'll do:

  • Drive delivery of complex data science projects.
  • Work on innovative applications of machine learning techniques.
  • Direct the work of other data scientists.
  • Implement the machine learning life cycle: building models, feature engineering, model fitting, selection, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring.
  • Being the technical lead on any projects worked on.
  • Delivering high quality work that meets defined business requirements within agreed timeframes.
  • Solving complex problems, taking a broad perspective to identify solutions.
  • Managing projects independently as well as providing oversight of other data scientists’ work.
  • Engaging stakeholders: working with stakeholders to understand their core needs and requirements.
  • Building and transferring skills and knowledge: taking responsibility for developing personal skills and expertise aligned to your role.
  • Applying risk management and governance: considering potential risks at every stage of a project.

What you bring:

  • Significant experience accessing and analysing data using SQL and Python.
  • Experience developing and deploying GenAI applications.
  • Experience working with IT delivery teams to deploy models into production.
  • Expert in the process of building and implementing machine learning models to solve business problems.
  • Ability to prioritise work in relation to likely business impact.
  • An undergraduate degree in a numerical subject is essential.

About the job:

Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Information Technology
Focus: Data Science & AI Research
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: London
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum

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