Data Scientist

Job Description
Data Scientist
Salary: from £40,000 plus benefits, pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance
We are looking for a Data Scientist consultant. We provide, through Sirius Digital, bespoke, robust, high-performance software to meet and exceed user requirements. We specialise in Software Engineering, Modelling & Simulation, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Synthetic Environments, and AI & Machine Learning (ML).
Our team offers adaptable and highly skilled capability, with a range of specialties, to ensure the right techniques are used to solve your problem.
The Role:
As a Data Scientist, you will play a major role in developing and implementing Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) models, along with providing key advice around innovation and new techniques to stakeholders. You will design solutions for complex challenges and integrate code with software engineers.
Responsibilities will include:
Delivering technical consulting projects.
Developing and delivering AI / ML solutions using a range of techniques (e.g., ML, NLP, LLMs, Motion Capture, Image Recognition, OCR).
Building new relationships and maintaining current customer relationships.
Applying mathematical and computational methods to tackle real-world problems, utilizing tools and techniques, and developing novel approaches where required.
Expertise Required:
We consider applicants with a range of experience:
Data Scientist : 2+ years’ experience, including developing ML / AI projects.
Senior Data Scientist : 5+ years’ experience, including productionising ML / AI projects.
About You:
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following attributes:
Essential
Ability to understand and describe various data science techniques.
Experience managing data and implementing data science processes.
Ability to apply knowledge in statistics and machine learning to real-world problems.
Experience translating customer requirements into quantitative models.
Experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines:
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
ML (e.g., Random Forests, CatBoost, LXGM)
Image Recognition
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Motion Capture
Proficiency in Python, R, or C++, including relevant libraries (numpy, pandas, matplotlib, scikit-learn, tensorflow, etc.).
Proficiency in database protocols (e.g., SQL, noSQL).
Developing testing routines or procedures.
Building customer and stakeholder relationships.
Supporting and leading the authoring of technical reports and presentations to customers.
Willingness to travel across the UK and work away from home for periods.
Desirable:
Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience.
Strong STEM / computing background.
Interest or experience in Nuclear Energy AI solutions.
What we offer
Mentoring, training opportunities, exposure to subject matter experts, and online learning packages. The role includes a competitive benefits package with pension (7% contribution), holiday purchase options, private healthcare, life assurance, and electric vehicle scheme.
Other Requirements:
Existing right to work in the UK.
Internal BPSS check prior to site access.
Current SC clearance or willingness to undergo Security Clearance (SC level), requiring at least 5 years UK residence.
Willingness to work within the Portsmouth area or relocate.

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