Data Scientist

Location: England – Consultative travel of up to 3 days pw

Clearance: Must hold/ be willing to go through advanced security clearance

Nationality: Must be a sole British Citizen

Salary: Up to £115k (dependant on experience and grade)

A leading digital consultancy is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to lead and deliver cutting‑edge AI/ML solutions for clients across UK defence and public sector. This is a hands‑on, strategic position for someone who thrives at the intersection of data science, client delivery, and software product design.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead technical project delivery and shape data science strategy across multiple client engagements
• Define and implement bespoke machine learning algorithms to solve real‑world defence problems
• Guide technical scoping and planning, working closely with stakeholders to ensure feasibility and impact
• Mentor and support other data scientists across project teams
• Contribute to the wider data science community via open‑source projects, public speaking, or technical training
• Collaborate with software engineers, product teams, and designers to inform secure, deployable AI solutions

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Senior‑level experience in data science or a quantitative field
• Proficient programming skills (Python preferred); familiarity with core data science libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit‑Learn)
• Experience with deep learning tools (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar)
• Strong mathematical/statistical background
• Familiarity with a wide range of data science methods (e.g. ML, NLP, Bayesian inference, APIs, SQL)
• Experience leading data science teams and managing project timelines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• SC clearance and British citizenship are mandatory

This is an exciting opportunity to apply data science in a meaningful, mission‑focused environment while influencing the future of AI in defence. Apply now to learn more!

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