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Lead Data Scientist (L3RPEY-EE99B2CA) London, England

Salary: GBP70000 - GBP100000 per annum

Lead Data Scientist - Adtech Business

I am recruiting for a Lead Data Scientist to drive innovation in machine learning and data-driven solutions, particularly within AdTech. This fully remote role is ideal for someone passionate about optimising algorithms, building scalable models, and solving complex business challenges for clients & customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deploy machine learning models to enhance advertising performance.
  • Optimise real-time decision-making algorithms in programmatic advertising.
  • Work with data engineers to build scalable, production-ready data pipelines.
  • Apply advanced ML techniques like reinforcement learning and deep learning.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate models into live products.

Requirements:

  • 6+ years of experience in applied machine learning and data science.
  • PhD or MSc in a related subject, Mathematics, Machine Learning, etc.
  • Strong Python, SQL, and cloud-based ML framework expertise (AWS SageMaker, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Experience with real-time data processing.
  • Knowledge of probabilistic modelling, optimisation, A/B testing.
  • Knowledge of AdTech systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate insights effectively.

This is a remote role but would need to be based in the UK and has a salary of up to £95,000 per annum + a wealth of benefits.

Please apply within if this is interesting to you.


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