Lead Data Scientist

Xcede
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3 months ago
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Lead Data Scientist:

Up to £110k

Xcede has just started working with one of the leading applied AI companies in the UK. If you want to have a real impact, this is the role for you!

Wating someone to lead the AI solutions, you will establish data analytics strategies, create resilient system frameworks, guide and develop junior team members, and uphold high standards of execution across initiatives, while cultivating strong client partnerships and strengthening our standing as a trusted authority in applied, results-driven AI.


Requirements:


  • You have extensive experience in data science or a relevant academic subject
  • Proficiency in Python
  • You possess extensive knowledge of fundamental data science principles and methodologies.
  • You are a leader
  • You demonstrate strong business insight, have experience working directly with clients, and can convert commercial challenges into precise, quantitative models.
  • You are proficient in structuring projects, evaluating technical viability, forecasting delivery schedules, and guiding teams to produce outcomes within tight deadlines


If you are interested in this or other Data Science positions, please contact Gilad Sabari @ |

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