Principal Data Scientist

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
London
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Requisition ID: R10182320

  • Category:Research and Sciences

  • Location:Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom | London, London, United Kingdom

  • Clearance Type:Highest Level of Government Clearance

  • Telecommute:Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position

  • Travel Required:Yes, 10% of the Time

  • Positions Available:1

Salary: 64,600.00 - 96,800.00

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

Opportunity:

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

The role is for an experienced data scientist who is recognized both internally and by customers as a subject matter expert – with a track record of applying data science and machine learning to deliver measurable benefit for our customers’ missions – and go-to person in at least one area of data science and machine learning, demonstrating clear technical leadership and the ability to influence.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute complex data science requirements across a portfolio of projects, including identification of risks, dependencies and mitigation strategies.

  • Provide technical leadership for multiple teams of data scientists, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and to quality.

  • Act as a formal customer point of contact and maintain strong, influential relationships with key senior stakeholders.

  • Broker new relationships within the customer organisation, providing added value through deduplication of effort and access to unique expertise.

  • Contribute subject matter expertise into bids, proposals and studies, ensuring proposals meet customer needs.

Benefits:

We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options, including optional compressed working schedules. Our benefits include private health care, career development opportunities, and performance bonuses.

We are looking for:

  • Champion innovation and best practices in data science and machine learning.

  • Communicate with senior stakeholders and demonstrate the business benefits of data science.

  • Exhibit a breadth of understanding across data science and machine learning.

  • Work with data engineers and customers to support data feeds for data science solutions.

  • Design, code, test, correct and document moderate-to-complex programs and scripts.

  • Experience in geographical information systems and predictive analysis is a bonus.

Security clearance:

You must already hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance.

Why join us?

  • A mission to believe in– We contribute to building a more secure and connected world.

  • A place to belong and thrive– Every voice matters, and we support an inclusive community.

  • Your career, your way- Shape your career journey with diverse roles and development opportunities.

Ready to apply?

Yes– Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role– Reach out to our team for more information.

No, I don’t think this role is right for me– Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting new opportunities opening all the time.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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