Data Science Specialist

Security division role focused on maturing the data science capability, acting as a leader for how we exploit the value in our data. The successful candidate will lead and develop an agile team of data scientists across multiple projects, building internal expertise and delivering innovative solutions to meet internal and customer requirements. The role has a strategic dimension—identifying high-impact opportunities and engaging across the wider organisation. This job may be based in Manchester, Ipswich, or Cheltenham with onsite office-based work five days per week. You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting this role and have lived in the UK for 10+ years.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but we are focused on protecting networks and delivering vital work at scale with real breadth and impact. We are the Protectors, partnering with governments worldwide to protect critical national infrastructure and global communities.

Additional notes: Internal closing date is 17/03/26. The DV clearance may involve an allowance of £5k per annum payable monthly while you hold the clearance; terms will be shared if you are successful.

• Supports the exploitation of data on critical customer platforms.
• Mentors other Data Science & AI professionals, helping to improve the team's abilities by acting as a technical resource.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of custom data models, intelligent algorithms, and AI solutions to apply to data sets.
• Pursue new opportunities to utilise data science/machine learning for improved outcomes.
• Champions, continuously develops and shares with team knowledge on emerging trends and changes in machine learning and artificial intelligence.

• Data Analysis
• Programming
• Scripting
• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
• Statistical Analysis

• Programming/Scripting: Strong skills with compiled and interpreted languages such as python and scala.
• Data Analysis: Understanding of graphs, Networks, time-series modelling, numerical algorithms and geospatial analytics.
• Machine Learning: Understanding of machine learning techniques and frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.
• Devops: Basic devops and system level Linux skills - confident with ssh and shell scripting, cron, package management. Familiar with version control and a mix of development environments.
• Software Development: Highly experienced with compiled and interpreted languages such as Python and Scala/Java, confident with common libraries like Pandas, NumPy.
• Cyber Analytics: Understanding and detecting threats in networks data.

• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• On-call allowance (Depending on the requirements of the role)
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It's for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women's health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer's leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including the BT shop

Security is a key focus, with BT protecting networks from thousands of cyber-attacks daily and investing in research and people to maintain leadership in cyber security. We are committed to an inclusive working environment where everyone can succeed.

Although these roles are listed as full-time, we remain open to flexible working arrangements such as job share or reduced hours. We will offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required. If you don't meet every single requirement, consider applying anyway as diverse backgrounds are welcomed.