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Senior Data Scientist

Formula Recruitment
City of London
1 week ago
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Senior Data Scientist - Early stage AI driven start-up


Salary: Up to £90,000 plus equity package

Location: Remote first (ability to travel to London on occasion)

Type: Permanent


Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in building a cutting-edge AI-driven platform? I'm partnered with an ambitious new venture revolutionising how businesses leverage data and video technologies, and they are looking for an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join them at a critical stage of growth.


This is a unique opportunity to be an early member of the teamin a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You’ll work alongside a talented and dedicated leadership team to create a next-generation data and video platform, integrating AI and machine learning at its core.


With no legacy technology to hold them back, they are focused on innovation - leveraging tools like computer vision and LLM's to solve complex challenges and redefine how businesses manage and measure data performance. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the MVP into a scalable product while contributing to the long-term strategy of an industry-disrupting company.


They are seeking a candidate who:

  • Has 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data science, machine learning, or AI.
  • Possesses a strong academic background, especially in mathematics or related fields.
  • Is eager to learn aggressively and grow into a leadership role, driving product innovation and strategic thinking.
  • Brings expertise in machine learning and AI, with experience in fintech or adjacent sectors considered a plus.
  • Thrives in a start-up environment, demonstrating initiative, enthusiasm, and a results-driven mindset.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the team to turn a theoretically straightforward MVP into a fully functional and scalable product.
  • Develop data-driven solutions to address business challenges, using tools like computer vision to provide actionable insights.
  • Lead the thinking on how AI can shape and expand the platform’s capabilities.
  • Work closely with global development teams to deliver a product with long-term growth potential.


What's on Offer:

  • A competitive salary of £100,000 with future equity opportunities.
  • Fully remote work (for now), with occasional travel to London planned for the future.
  • The chance to contribute to an AI-first platform with significant growth potential.
  • A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will shape the product and the business.


If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help build something extraordinary, apply now and join us on this exciting journey.


** Unfortunately due to a high number of applications, not all applicants will receive feedback

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