Data Scientist - SC Cleared

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Last month
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Data Scientist - SC Cleared

We are supporting a government department in a GDS environment with the appointment of an SC-cleared Data Scientist to join a high-performing technology team.

This role requires strong hands-on experience across Google BigQuery, DataForm, JavaScript procedures, Python, statistics, and data modelling. You will work with complex datasets to build analytical models, transform and structure data, and generate insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

Build and maintain analytical and data models

Use BigQuery to query, manage, and optimise large datasets

Develop data transformation workflows using DataForm and JavaScript procedures

Apply Python for analysis, modelling, and automation

Use statistical techniques to identify patterns, trends, and insights

Translate business questions into clear analytical outputs

Work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders in an agile delivery environmentRequired experience:

Active SC clearance

Strong experience in a Data Scientist or similar analytical role

Hands-on use of Google BigQuery

Experience with DataForm

Strong Python capability

Good understanding of statistics and data modellingDesirable:

Government or public sector experience

Experience in a GDS environment

Exposure to large operational datasets

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