Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist – NPL

At UKTL you’ll be part of a team strengthening the UK’s telecoms ecosystem through cutting‑edge testing, research, and innovation. As a Senior Data Scientist you’ll play a key role in supporting and collaborating with our Test and Research teams, turning complex data into meaningful insights that influence real‑world decisions. This position sits at the intersection of telecoms, cybersecurity, and national infrastructure, contributing to work that genuinely matters.

Responsibilities

• Dive into telecoms systems, technologies, and infrastructure, exploring how they operate and where improvements can be made.
• Turn complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that shape research and testing priorities.
• Work closely with test and research teams to solve challenges using data‑driven approaches.
• Create reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate insights effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to system development, operational improvements, and wider strategic initiatives.
• Stay on top of industry trends, cybersecurity developments, and regulatory changes.
• Build analytical tools and outputs that support investigations and decision‑making.
• Continuously refine data and insights to ensure they remain accurate, relevant and valuable.

Qualifications

• Confidence working with large, complex datasets to uncover patterns and insights.
• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threat actors and TTPs.
• Experience in data preparation – collecting, cleaning and structuring data from multiple sources.
• Knowledge of machine learning and modelling, with the ability to build predictive or automated solutions.
• Strong data exploration skills, with a curiosity for identifying trends, anomalies and opportunities.
• Ability to translate technical findings into clear, meaningful insights.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R or Julia.
• Successful Applicants must be able to commute to the UKTL offices in Solihull, Birmingham at least twice a week.
• SC clearance with no restrictions is required. Applicants without clearance may apply, but cannot commence until clearance is granted.

How You’ll Work

• You’re a critical thinker and problem solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges.
• You handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion.
• You take ownership of your work and show initiative.
• You have a strong attention to detail and care about quality.
• You communicate confidently and collaborate well across multidisciplinary teams.
• You’re organised and able to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• You build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Why this role is for you

• You’ll contribute to work that strengthens the UK’s telecoms infrastructure and security.
• You’ll collaborate with experts across testing, research and cyber resilience.
• You’ll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation making a real impact.
• You’ll work in a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment with opportunities to grow and develop.

EEO Statement

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but due to the nature of our work in this specific area, nationality, residency and security requirements are more tightly defined than others. We encourage all interested applicants to apply.

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