Data Scientist

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About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our Subsurface team at our Abingdon office in Oxfordshire. This is a unique opportunity to apply advanced data science techniques to geological and geospatial challenges, helping us unlock insights from complex subsurface data.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robust Python pipelines for data manipulation using NLP and Foundation Models
• Apply geospatial libraries and techniques to subsurface geological datasets
• Implement secure coding practices and manage version control using Git
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS and Azure) to scale data workflows and manage infrastructure
• Optimize database performance and spatial queries using PostgreSQL/PostGIS

Required Qualifications

• Honors degree (2:1 or above) in data science or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years related work experience

• Proficiency in Python, with a strong grasp of Python best practices
• Experience using Git for version control and collaboration
• Experience in use of ML, NLP and Foundation Models in ETL pipelines
• Knowledge of secure coding principles
• Familiarity with geospatial libraries such as GeoPandas, Shapely, and GDAL
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL/PostGIS for spatial data management
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and data science tools (e.g., Jupyter, Pandas, NumPy)
• Ability to design, train, and evaluate supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms
• Experience working with large datasets, including data preprocessing
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and agile mindset
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple task

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of geological or subsurface data domains
• Experience developing AI models across domains such as natural language processing, computer vision, or predictive analytics
• Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment
• Experience with database virtualisation, including DecisionSpace integration server
• Experience with data analysis applications from the Neftex Predictions portfolio