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ANSON MCCADE
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6 months ago
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Location:London – Hybrid

Employment:Full Time



A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

All applicants must hold active SC or DV (Developed Vetting) clearance to apply.


The Opportunity:

For the UK Government, National Security is a relentless, around-the-clock mission. To support its complex intelligence and military operations, the MoD partners with this BIG4 Firm to empower critical thinking and drive value across its strategic initiatives and AI/ML technology investments.


The DSSV (Data Science, Simulation and Visualisation) teams work together to drive innovation and insight from data, using cutting-edge Data Science and Machine Learning techniques alongside Digital Transformation to solve complex problems through AI and Data.


The Role:

Working closely with Senior Data Scientists/ML Engineers, the Consultant's responsibilities span the entire data science lifecycle, from Proof of Concept to fully tested production of Electronic Warfare solutions. Additional duties include preparing technical documentation, participating in client proposal responses, and pitching data science projects.


Required Skills/Experience:

  • British Passport Holder with active SC or DV (Developed Vetting Clearance)
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, VHDL/Verilog for FPGA programming, radar simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink), and real-time embedded systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of radar principles (Doppler, pulse, continuous wave, synthetic aperture), radar signal processing, and algorithms.
  • Practical experience in radar system design, development, testing, and troubleshooting, with knowledge of specific applications like military, automotive, and weather radar.
  • Familiarity with machine learning (ML) domains such as NLP, Bayesian inference, deep learning, and AI safety.
  • Experience with data science libraries (e.g. NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn) and MLOps tools for deployment and scalability.
  • Background in quantitative research (e.g. STEM PhD) or professional analyst roles, focusing on radar systems in Defence.
  • Strong mathematical reasoning and understanding of statistical tests or probability.
  • Research experience (PhD/Postdoc) with academic publications and conference presentations.
  • Commercial experience, including customer-facing roles or project management, with an interest in learning the business side.


Benefits:

  • Base Salary:£95,000 - £105,000 (DoE)
  • Health:Private Medical Insurance
  • Annual Leave:30 Days plus Public Holidays + buy up to 10 additional days
  • L&D:Annual Performance/Salary Reviews + Training & Development Budget
  • Pension:6% Matched Pension + Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Life Assurance:Up to a maximum of four times the Earnings Cap


For more information, please apply or contact me directly.


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LinkedIn: George Bates | LinkedIn

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