Job Title: Data Scientist Location: London, Remote Contract Type: 3-6 months Outside IR35 Rate : £400-£450/day We are seeking an experienced and motivated Data Scientist to lead a critical project focused on machine learning models. You will work closely with our engineering, product, and business teams to gather insights, drive data-driven decisions, and build scalable solutions that directly impact our company’s strategy. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data modelling, with the ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders. Data Scientist Key Skills Responsibilities: Data Collection & Preprocessing: Gather and clean large datasets from multiple sources (databases, APIs, etc.), ensuring data quality and integrity. Modeling & Analysis: Develop, test, and optimize predictive models (e.g., classification, regression) using advanced techniques in machine learning and statistics. Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA): Analyze data to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that can inform strategic business decisions. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, software engineers, and domain experts, to align the project’s data goals with business needs. Visualization & Reporting: Present findings in a clear, actionable format, using data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or custom dashboards. Model Deployment: Implement and maintain machine learning models in production environments, ensuring scalability and performance. Project Management: Oversee the project timeline, deliverables, and ensure alignment with stakeholders. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields. Experience: 3 years of experience in data science, analytics, or machine learning projects. Skills: Proficiency in Python or R , and data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy). Experience with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-learn , TensorFlow , or PyTorch . Strong knowledge of SQL and database management. Expertise in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau , Power BI , Matplotlib ). Experience in cloud platforms like AWS , GCP , or Azure is a plus. Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through complex challenges. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Please apply via the link if you think this position is a good fit, or reach out to me to review other roles that might match your expertise.