Data Scientist - Python

Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, ML Engineer, Data Science Engineer, High-Performance Engineering, Python, Data, Pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, pytorch - Oxford - up to 55K
About the Role:
Join an elite engineering organisation's Software Engineering & Data team, where you'll develop cutting-edge machine learning solutions that directly impact performance at the highest level of competition.
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Software and Platform Engineers, tackling complex technical challenges from design and manufacture through to live performance analysis. You'll be responsible for proposing, developing, implementing, and maintaining ML-based solutions while collaborating closely with engineering teams across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Propose, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions for complex technical problems
Communicate with engineering teams to analyse challenges and develop solutions
Work autonomously to deliver results within tight schedules
Maintain and improve existing data science pipelines
Share knowledge and collaborate across the team
Essential Requirements:
BSc or MSc degree in a relevant field for Data Science
2+ years development experience in Python and machine learning techniques (production or laboratory)
Strong knowledge of Python data science packages: Pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, pytorch
Experience with Machine Learning techniques: Neural Networks, XGBoost
Understanding of pipelines and deployment technologies: Azure DevOps, Docker, GitHub Actions
Good understanding of architecture and design patterns
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Committed to deadlines and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Skills:
Programming experience in other relevant languages (e.g., Rust, C#)
End-to-end data science pipeline understanding
What We're Looking For: A team player with a positive "can do" attitude, passion for data investigation, and strong commitment to knowledge sharing. You'll thrive under pressure and see the direct impact of your work on real-world performance.
For a confidential conversation about this extraordinary opportunity, call me directly on 0-7-7-9-1-6-1-5-7-0-3

No sponsorship on offer here, must have full UK working rights and also drive.
Ascent People is acting as an Employment Agency for this role.

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