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Location: London

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive

A leading technology organisation is seeking a motivated Junior Data Scientist to join their dynamic team. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience in data science while contributing to projects that drive business impact across various industries, including healthcare, retail, logistics, finance, and digital transformation.

This technology company specialises in providing data-driven solutions and software development services across a range of sectors. Their offerings include the creation of websites, mobile applications, and SaaS products designed to fulfil specific business objectives, such as enhancing customer engagement, optimising operational efficiency, and driving sales growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Data Science Projects: Assist in the end-to-end lifecycle of data science projects, including data collection, preprocessing, and analysis, while learning to apply machine learning techniques.
Model Development: Collaborate with senior team members to design and implement machine learning models that address business challenges, gaining exposure to advanced algorithms and methodologies.
Data Analysis: Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, patterns, and insights from data, contributing to the strategic initiatives of the company.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and product managers, to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
Documentation and Reporting: Help document processes and findings, creating clear reports and visualisations that communicate results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Stay informed about industry trends and new technologies in data science and machine learning, actively seeking opportunities to expand your skill set. 

Key Requirements:

Education: A degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science is preferred.
Experience: 0-2 years of relevant hands-on experience in data science or related fields, including internships or co-op placements that involved practical application of data analysis and machine learning techniques.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R. Familiarity with machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn) and data manipulation tools (e.g., Pandas) is a plus.
Data Management: Understanding of SQL and experience with data analysis and visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Matplotlib).
Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for data analysis and insights.
Soft Skills: Effective communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.If you're ready to kickstart your career in data science and you meet the qualifications, please send your CV to us ASAP!

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