Roles:
- Lead Data Scientist: circa £90k
- Senior Data Scientist: circa £60k
- Consultant Data Scientist(s): circa £45k - £50k
Location:Bristol | Hybrid – 3 days WFH a week
Role Type:Permanent
Salary:As above, depending on experience
About the Client:
Based in Bristol, the client is a dynamic data science and technology company. Acquired by the biggest & most influential player in their sphere in 2020, they retain their independent identity while accessing a wealth of opportunities within the broader parent’s ecosystem. As a leader in data-driven decision support for the UK Defence, Commercial, and Public sectors, they specialise in engineering, logistics supply chain, finance, and personnel.
Role Description:
Join our esteemed client’s Data Science team for an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative organisation at the forefront of applied data science and technology, they are building a new team, with Lead, Senior & Consultant Data Scientist positions available.
Role Overview:
As a Data Scientist you will work across diverse projects in a multi-disciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Translating business challenges into testable hypotheses and conducting detailed analysis.
- Applying advanced machine learning techniques and delivering actionable insights.
- Engaging in projects ranging from data exploration and visualisation to building algorithms for integration into software and creating data pipelines.
- Exploring and adopting new tools and methodologies in secure customer environments.
Required Skills and Experience:
- A degree or equivalent practical experience in a numerate field (e.g., maths, physics, economics, or engineering).
- Proficiency in statistical and machine learning techniques for complex datasets.
- Strong programming and data handling skills, particularly in Python or similar languages.
- Proven experience in developing data science solutions from proof of concept to implementation.
- Expertise in deep learning, neural networks, and working with unstructured data (e.g., text, images, video).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience leading teams in a data / data science setting
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with Python frameworks such as Django or Flask.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure preparation.
- Knowledge of Agile project methodologies.
- Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle).
- Defence industry experience.
- Competence in BI tools such as PowerBI or Tableau.
- Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD development practices.
Rewards and Benefits:
Our client values hard work and believes in rewarding it, their comprehensive benefits include:
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Life insurance (6x salary).
- Share Incentive Plan.
- Generous sick pay.
- Enhanced parental leave benefits.
- Flex Benefit programme.
- Regular team socials and perks such as free daily fruit at the office.
Security Clearance:Given the nature of some of the work involved, the ability to obtain Security Clearance is essential, as well as having a British Passport
