Data Scientist

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Data Scientist

Cambridge

Purpose of the Role

In this permanent Data Science role, you will partner with the global key data owners and technology partners to further our goals of providing solutions designed to increase Trust, Sustainability, and Resiliency.

The Data Science team will have access to a wide variety of data sets to analyse and projects to be involved with. In addition to creating a new data science team, we are also excited to be opening our Innovation Lab in Cambridge where the team will be based.

This role will be a member of our Innovation team which is creating solutions that redefine digital assurance and advanced predictive analysis. You will work closely on data experiments, projects, and solution builds across multiple business units and industries and will report to the Director of AI and Data Science.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who likes seeking new data challenges in a proactive manner where the opportunities to make a difference are there to be grabbed!

We cover a wide variety of sectors such as Food, Healthcare, Built Environment, Aerospace, and partner with both public and private organisations to make our world safer, more secure, and resilient.

Responsibilities:

Engage with data owners across the organisation to identify data analysis opportunities to ethically leverage BSI business data and drive solutions. Mine and analyse BSI-wide data to drive optimization and improvement of product development, marketing techniques, and business strategies. Conduct end-to-end analysis that includes scoping, data gathering, ongoing deliverables, and presentation. Develop and present demonstrations and prototypes to communicate the opportunities presented by data analysis in BSI. Maintain a portfolio of tools and technologies to ensure that BSI is prepared to leverage a diverse range of both structured and unstructured data and continually assess their efficiency and accuracy.  Continually review BSI's portfolio of projects to identify where data generated can contribute to insights. Develop a companywide testing framework, as well as testable hypotheses in conjunction with domain experts from the business followed by appropriate algorithms and data models. Perform speculative analysis of data sets. Advise the business about metrics and the collection of data. Engage with stakeholders to ensure that data insights are effectively communicated through the most appropriate data visualisation and navigation tools. Use predictive modelling to increase and optimize business outcomes.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

Educated to degree level in mathematics, computer science, or engineering. A relevant postgraduate qualification (Essential) Strong statistical analysis skills Knowledge of Mathlab or R Knowledge of predictive models Strong scripting skills (Python, NumPy) Knowledge of ETL techniques and tools Knowledge of 'big-data' architectures such as Hadoop Strong relational database skills - SQL, stored procedure, development, and a knowledge of database development Knowledge of open-source tools such as Elasticsearch, Kibana Experience in the analysis of both structured and unstructured data Proven ability to take initiative in a data analysis role. Ability to quickly assimilate data structures and relationships across data sources. Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to elicit requirements from both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What we offer!

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and development with the inclusion of 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.

Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we’re truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark.

Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance, and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.

If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now, and become part of the BSI family!

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