Senior Data Scientist

easyJet
London
1 month ago
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Senior Data Scientist (16577)

Description

When it comes to innovation and achievement there are few organisations with a better track record. Join us and you'll be able to play a big part in the success of our highly successful, fast-paced business that opens up Europe so people can exercise their get-up-and-go. With over 300 aircraft flying over 800 routes to more than 30 countries, we're the UK's largest airline, the second largest in Europe and the tenth largest in the world. Flying over 80 million passengers a year, we employ over 13,000 people. Its big-scale stuff and we're still growing.

Job Purpose

The Senior Data Scientist role is critical in leading data-driven initiatives and building advanced analytics capability within the organisation. The role involves architecting and delivering complex data science solutions using Agile methodologies, while mentoring junior team members and establishing best practices. You'll lead projects from ideation through to production deployment, developing sophisticated predictive and optimization models that drive measurable business impact.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

Own end-to-end delivery of Data Science projects from ideation through production implementation and monitoring.

> Design and execute complex analytical approaches, integrating data from diverse sources to solve strategic business questions.

> Architect, validate and deploy advanced prediction, simulation, optimisation and reinforcement learning models at scale.

> Translate analytical insights into actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders, directly influencing customer experience and business performance.

> Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence to develop training programmes and embed best practice capabilities across the business.

> Mentor and develop junior data scientists, conducting code reviews and providing technical guidance.

Business Area

Information Technology (IT)

Primary Location

United Kingdom-London-London Luton Airport

Organisation

Information Technology (IT)

Schedule

Full-time

Unposting Date

Ongoing

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