Data Scientist

Role: Data Scientist / Engineer

Location: Remote / London - up to 1 day per week on-site

Duration: 5 Months

Day rate: £560 Inside IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with strong Data Engineering capabilities to support the Digital Screening programme. This role will play a key part in shaping a new digital screening service by leading exploratory analysis and supporting the development of high-quality dashboards and reporting products.

You will work within a multidisciplinary Agile team, collaborating with Data Engineers, Analysts, and User-Centred Design (UCD) professionals to deliver robust, data-driven insights and scalable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead exploratory data analysis (EDA) to inform dashboard design and reporting outputs

Define data requirements and determine appropriate dashboard content

Identify and mitigate data quality risks and ensure data integrity

Design, build, and maintain reusable data pipelines and datasets using Python and PySpark

Develop and test datasets used in BI dashboards and reporting products

Work with stakeholders to translate business needs into data solutions and insights

Collaborate within an Agile delivery team, contributing to sprints, stand-ups, and planning sessions

Apply modern engineering best practices including CI/CD, TDD, and DevSecOps

Engage in pair programming and adhere to collaborative coding standards

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on experience with Python and PySpark

Solid background in exploratory data analysis and data modelling

Experience with Palantir platforms, ideally including the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP)

Proficiency with BI and data platforms such as Redshift, Databricks, or similar

Experience building and validating datasets for dashboards and reporting

Strong understanding of data pipelines, data quality, and governance principles

Proven ability to work independently in Agile environments

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including UCD professionals

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and TDD practices

Experience with pair programming and collaborative development approaches

Desirable Skills

Experience working within the NHS or wider public sector

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