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Data Scientist

Simpson Associates
York
1 month ago
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Simpson Associates transforms raw data into actionable insights that drive positive change.


Our Microsoft data expertise, our specialist sector knowledge, plus our innovative and trusted advice and guidance are just some of the reasons clients choose to work with us.


Our mission is to help purpose-led organisations from within the public and private sectors to harness data as a lever for change and enable them to realise business value more quickly. We provide the full range of services to support organisations on their data transformation journey. From advisory support and data strategy, to developing Data & AI solutions, right through to providing a range of managed services.


We are a Microsoft Solutions Partner, holding Specialisations in AI Platform on Microsoft Azure, Analytics on Microsoft Azure, Data Warehouse Migration to Microsoft Azure and Migrate Enterprise Applications to Microsoft Azure, as well as holding Solutions Partner designations in Data & AI (Azure); Digital & App Innovation (Azure); Infrastructure (Azure) and Security.


But it's not just about the badges. We are proud to be recognised as the winner of the 2024 Microsoft Community Response Partner of the Year award, reflecting our dedication to using technology for positive change. We are also a Databricks partner, and an IBM Gold Partner, specialising in Cognos Analytics and Planning Analytics.


Our company culture and people are at the heart of our business. We invest in our employees, encouraging them to reach their career aspirations and supporting them to achieve their potential through ongoing personal development plans and providing access to training and development.


With offices in York and Sheffield, and a team based throughout the UK – we champion creativity, innovation and collaboration in the workplace.


The Role


As part of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking for a self-motivated, technically excellent individual to join our talented delivery team alongside other Data Scientists, Data Engineers and Visualisation Experts. If you thrive working with modern technology, across a breadth of sectors and enjoy constantly learning, then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.


The Data Scientist performs a critical role across our projects, focusing on both the design and delivery of our data science solutions. In this role you will be confident to put your technical skills into practice and develop high quality solutions. You will have a combination of both strong technical and consultancy skills, allowing you to deliver effective solutions, whilst working with our development team and stakeholders to ensure they meet requirements.


Key Responsibilities



  • Technically excellent in your field, able to perform a range of complex technical activities in a variety of contexts.
  • Provide data science expertise both within the delivery team and across our business to support pre-sales activities.
  • Working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure the right solution is delivered effectively and efficiently.
  • Accurately estimate the project and manage the delivery to these estimates.
  • Run workshops and appropriately challenge the customer.
  • Create and document the technical design of solutions.
  • Identify and mitigate issues at the earliest opportunity, utilising experience to preempt these.
  • Design and manage testing, deployment and handover of solutions.
  • Reliably deliver projects within the time, cost and quality


Skills and Attributes Required



  • Expertise in data science across a breadth of technologies including Python, R and Databricks.
  • A proven track record of delivering data science solutions that have a real impact for organisations.
  • An understanding and interest in how data science and artificial intelligence can be used to disrupt the norm.
  • Confident leading data science projects from initial engagement through to successful delivery.
  • Able to articulate and demonstrate understanding of key data science models and how they relate to achieving business benefits.


Advantageous Qualifications and Skills



  • Microsoft Azure expertise including the use of DevOps, Data Lake, Azure Functions, Power BI.
  • Microsoft Azure Certification, particularly Microsoft Azure Data Scientist Associate DP-100.
  • Experience in project delivery and consultancy.
  • Prince 2 Agile or similar.
  • Experience in Blue Light, NHS, Local Government or Social Housing sectors.
  • Experience with MLOps workflows and frameworks.
  • The successful candidate will be required to obtain Security Clearance and NPPV Level 3.



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