Data Science & AI Specialist

BT plc; Cheltenham, Ipswich, Greater London, Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% bonus on target

BT Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits package

Private GP access

Job summary

BT plc is seeking a Data Science & AI Specialist to unlock value from complex UK datasets across Cheltenham, Ipswich, London and Manchester locations. You will apply data science, AI and ML techniques to drive measurable outcomes and support evidence-based decisions.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will develop models, evaluate AI-driven solutions, and communicate findings through clear visualisations. A structured progression path and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or Advanced Analytics to solve practical challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insight.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working collaboratively to deliver outcomes within multidisciplinary teams.
• Curiosity, adaptability and a desire to continuously learn and embrace new technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply Data Science, Machine Learning and AI techniques to transform complex data into actionable insight and measurable outcomes.
• Develop, evaluate and continuously improve analytical models, predictive capabilities and AI-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve challenging operational, business and customer problems.
• Communicate complex findings through clear visualisations, storytelling and stakeholder engagement.
• Explore, test and evaluate emerging AI technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and adoption.
• Contribute to responsible AI practices, helping ensure solutions are secure, transparent and appropriately governed.
• Support the growth of the wider Data Science and AI community through collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Communication

Collaboration

UK DV clearance

Tools

Python

Spark

Scala

Databricks

AWS

SQL

Azure

Snowflake

MLflow

GitHub

Job description

Data Science & AI Specialist

Job Location: GBR Cheltenham - Project Offic, GBR Ipswich ATE, GBR London - 5 Canada Square, GBR Manchester - Dial House

Job Function

Security

About the role

As a Data Science and AI Engineer, you'll help unlock the value hidden within some of the UK's most diverse and complex datasets.

Working alongside experienced technical specialists, you'll apply data science, advanced analytics, machine learning and emerging AI techniques to solve real-world challenges that have genuine operational and societal impact.

You'll work across a broad range of customer and business problems, helping transform data into actionable insight, supporting evidence-based decision making and contributing to innovative solutions that create measurable value.

No two assignments are likely to be the same. You could find yourself evaluating emerging AI technologies, developing classification models, exploring opportunities for automation, building analytical solutions or helping stakeholders understand complex information through clear and meaningful insight.

What you’ll be doing

• Apply Data Science, Machine Learning and AI techniques to transform complex data into actionable insight and measurable outcomes.
• Develop, evaluate and continuously improve analytical models, predictive capabilities and AI-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve challenging operational, business and customer problems.
• Communicate complex findings through clear visualisations, storytelling and stakeholder engagement.
• Explore, test and evaluate emerging AI technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and adoption.
• Contribute to responsible AI practices, helping ensure solutions are secure, transparent and appropriately governed.
• Support the growth of the wider Data Science and AI community through collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Essential Skills / Experience

• Experience applying Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or Advanced Analytics to solve practical challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insight.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working collaboratively to deliver outcomes within multidisciplinary teams.
• Curiosity, adaptability and a desire to continuously learn and embrace new technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Experience developing, evaluating or operationalising AI or machine learning solutions.
• Knowledge of Generative AI, modern data platforms or cloud technologies.
• Experience presenting insights through visualisation, dashboards or decision-support tools.
• Understanding of responsible AI principles, model assurance or governance frameworks.
• Experience working with large-scale data, cloud platforms or distributed processing environments.
• Experience operating within regulated or security-sensitive environments.
• Experience supporting, coaching or mentoring others.

Tools & Technologies:

• Python
• Spark
• Scala
• Databricks
• AWS
• SQL
• Azure
• Snowflake
• MLflow
• GitHub

Our Package

• A structured Technical Progression Pathway to recognise and reward appropriate technical people.
• Competitive DV market aligned salaries
• Tiered role based DV allowance
• World-class training and development opportunities
• 10% on target bonus
• Equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• New BT Better Workplace working environments at strategic locations across the UK
• Huge range of flexible benefits including an EV salary sacrifice, cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, additional annual leave
• On-call allowance (Depending on role requirements)
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Enhanced life assurance of up to ten times base salary