AI Data Scientist

Cathcart Associates Group Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Glasgow is seeking an AI Data Scientist to design and deploy innovative AI solutions. This role allows you to shape the technical direction within a growing AI function. Applicants should have strong experience with RAG architectures, Azure, Python, and SQL. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working environment, and excellent benefits, including a performance bonus.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Hybrid working arrangement

Excellent benefits package

Performance bonus opportunity

Qualifications

• Strong experience with retrieval-based AI systems required.
• Hands-on knowledge of Azure, Python, and SQL essential.
• Passion for building intelligent systems that drive results.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy next-gen AI solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Fine-tune large language models for legal-specific applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI ideas.

Skills

Strong experience with RAG architectures

Hands-on knowledge of Azure (Databricks)

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in SQL

Building intelligent systems

Curiosity and creativity

Job description

I’m working with a global professional services firm to hire for an AI Data Scientist in Glasgow (hybrid). Their combining world-class expertise with cutting-edge technology, data science, and automation to create smarter, faster, and more efficient solutions both in-house and for their international clients.

This is a brand-new role for an AI Data Scientist who’s ready to make a genuine impact. You’ll be the first hire in a growing AI function, giving you the freedom to shape the technical direction and build powerful AI capabilities from the ground up.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll design and deploy next-gen AI solutions using Microsoft Azure, M365, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems. You’ll fine-tune large language models (LLMs) for legal-specific applications, uncover insights from complex data, and turn these into intelligent, data-driven decisions that power real business outcomes.

Collaboration will be key as you’ll work closely with designers, engineers, and product managers to bring innovative AI ideas to life.

What you’ll need

• Strong experience with RAG architectures or similar retrieval-based AI systems
• Hands‑on knowledge of Azure (Databricks), Python, and SQL
• A passion for building intelligent systems that drive tangible results
• Curiosity and creativity to explore new technologies and stay ahead of the curve

What’s on offer

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid working, with 3 days a week in a modern central Glasgow office
• Excellent benefits package, including a performance bonus
• The opportunity to lead innovation in a truly global organisation

If you’re looking to play a key role in shaping the future of AI within a world-leading firm then please apply or contact Matthew MacAlpine at Cathcart Technology.