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Data Scientist - AI Retail Platform (Junior + Mid Level)

Intellect Group
Nottingham
1 month ago
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Data Scientist - AI Retail Platform (Junior + Mid Level)

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Data Scientist – AI/ML Software | Junior to Mid-Level (Retail Industry Focus)

Hiring for both Junior and Mid-Level candidates

  • Equity Options: Own a part of the company’s future success.
  • Hybrid Working: Flexible work from home options, with access to an exciting office environment in Nottingham.
  • Health and Wellness: Comprehensive private healthcare and wellness benefits.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for learning and development in a fast-growing AI startup.
  • Generous Holidays: 25+ days holiday to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
  • Pension Scheme: Contributing to your future financial security.

We’re partnering with an innovative AI/ML company based inNottinghamthat’s revolutionising theretail industrywith its groundbreaking AI-powered platform. Their cutting-edge system doesn’t just analyse data—it predicts consumer trends, automates merchandising strategies, optimises inventory, and enhances the overall customer experience. The platform is already transforming the way retail businesses operate, driving more informed decisions with real-time, AI-driven insights.

The AI platform utilises advanced machine learning to process vast datasets—such as customer behaviour, transactional data, supply chain information, and external market factors—and automates processes to maximise sales and profitability. By anticipating consumer demand, improving stock management, and even designing personalised marketing strategies, the platform enables retailers to run more efficiently and cost-effectively.

What You’ll Do:

As aJunior to Mid-Level Data Scientist, you’ll be working directly with advanced AI algorithms to enhance and improve the platform’s ability to drive insights and automation within the retail sector. You will help refine models that predict purchasing trends, optimise product assortments, and enhance customer engagement through intelligent decision-making tools.

Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing machine learning modelsthat forecast demand, optimise inventory management, and generate personalised recommendations for customers. You’ll help retailers predict which products will sell best in different regions or during different seasons, allowing for more efficient stock management.
  • Building predictive modelsusing real-time retail data, such as sales trends, customer behaviour, and external factors (e.g., social media sentiment or weather patterns). These models will help businesses optimise pricing, promotions, and overall product offerings.
  • Improving data pipelinesand handling large volumes of data from multiple sources, including e-commerce platforms, point-of-sale systems, and external market datasets. Your models will improve the AI’s ability to make real-time, data-driven decisions for retailers.
  • Collaborating with engineers and senior data scientiststo refine algorithms, ensuring they are tailored to the fast-paced nature of the retail industry. The models will help businesses adapt quickly to changing consumer trends, seasonal demand, and market dynamics.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degreein Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 1+ year(s) of experiencein AI, machine learning, or data science.
  • Proficiency inPythonand experience with machine learning frameworks likeTensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.
  • Strong understanding ofdata analysis,feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques, particularly with retail and consumer-facing data.
  • Passion for AI and the retail industry, with a desire to help businesses improve operational efficiencies and enhance the customer experience.

Why Join Them?

Work on a Groundbreaking Retail AI Platform

You’ll be part of a team that’s building a platform that’s not just improving operational processes but fundamentally changing the retail industry. From predicting trends to enhancing the shopping experience, this AI solution is transforming how businesses engage with customers and manage their inventories.

Join a fast-paced, innovative company that thrives on creativity and collaboration. You’ll work alongside data scientists, engineers, and business experts who are all passionate about shaping the future of retail through AI. You’ll have plenty of room to explore new solutions and drive meaningful change in the industry.

Learning and Career Growth

This role offers unparalleled opportunities for growth. As the platform evolves, you’ll work with senior data scientists and engineers to develop next-generation AI products, gaining exposure to real-time decision-making models and building your expertise in the retail sector.

Competitive Salary & Benefits

With a salary range of £35,000 – £55,000 (DOE), plus equity in the company, you’ll have the opportunity to grow with this rapidly scaling AI startup. The benefits package includes private healthcare, 25+ days holiday, pension contributions, and a flexible, hybrid working model.

Why It’s Exciting to Join This Company:

  • Shape the Future of Retail: Work on a product that’s not just analysing data but helping retailers predict trends, automate decisions, and create personalised shopping experiences that engage customers and increase sales.
  • Develop Cutting-Edge AI Technologies: You’ll work with state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms that are already transforming the way retail businesses forecast demand, optimise inventory, and drive customer loyalty.
  • Be part of a company that’s growing rapidly: This is your chance to join a team at the forefront of AI innovation, with real-world applications in one of the world’s most dynamic industries—retail.
  • Hybrid working: A flexible working model that includes a collaborative office environment in Nottingham and the option to work remotely a few days a week.

If you're passionate about using AI to drive change in retail and improve how businesses make decisions in real time, apply now to join a company that’s shaping the future of the retail industry.

This advert is open to bothJunior and Mid-Levelcandidates—whether you’re just getting started in your data science career or have some experience and are looking for the next step.

Seniority level

  • Entry level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Information Technology, Analyst, and Other
  • Retail, Software Development, and IT System Custom Software Development

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