Lead Data Scientist

Job description Lead Data Scientist Location: Hybrid (Belfast) Eligibility: UK work authorisation required We're hiring a Lead Data Scientist to drive high-impact data and AI work while leading and mentoring a growing data science team. This role blends technical leadership, people management, and close collaboration with customers to deliver meaningful, data-led solutions. Why join? * Senior role with real influence over projects, people, and direction * Mix of leadership, hands-on problem solving, and client engagement * Flexible hybrid working and a strong, supportive culture What you'll be doing: * Leading delivery of data science and AI projects end to end * Acting as technical lead across customer engagements and solution roadmaps * Mentoring, coaching, and line-managing data scientists * Defining best practices and improving how data science is delivered * Shaping product direction and supporting pre-sales activity What you'll bring: * Proven experience delivering data science, ML, and AI solutions * Strong leadership skills and confidence working with customers * Solid background in Python or R, SQL, and modern ML techniques * Experience mentoring others in agile, engineering-led teams * Clear communication skills and a proactive mindset Nice to have: * Experience with GenAI, NLP, computer vision, or advanced ML libraries * Cloud-native or container-based development experience * MSc or PhD in a relevant discipline Interested? Get in touch with Justin Donaldson to apply or find out more. Skills: Ml AI NLP Python SQL