Data Science Manager

LinuxRecruit; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-first organization in the UK seeks a Principal Data Scientist to design innovative solutions and lead a data science team. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, and a Master’s in Data Science. This role offers remote work flexibility, premium healthcare, and a strong emphasis on continuous learning.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Premium healthcare coverage

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in data science.
• Fluency in data programming languages like Python, R, and SQL.
• Deep knowledge of machine-learning methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions for real business challenges.
• Lead a small team of data scientists in building innovative features.
• Ensure coding standards and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Data programming languages (Python, R, SQL)

Machine learning methodologies

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Data Science

Tools

AWS

Job description

Overview

The Data and AI revolution is already well underway. If you’ve been riding the rollercoaster of data science while building teams, this could be the one for you. This is an AI‑first organisation that has its technical teams based in Spain. Their groundbreaking product transforms business operations by providing real‑time insights and recommendations, all with the goal of making decision‑making faster, easier, and smarter across the entire value chain.

Responsibilities

As a Principal Data Scientist, you’ll play a key role in designing solutions for real business challenges, choosing the right technology stack (think Python, AWS, and more), and leading a small team of data scientists in building innovative features. Full ownership of business requirements, ensuring top‑notch coding standards, mentoring junior team members, and working closely with other teams like DevOps and Front End are all part of the adventure. Leading an AI lab focused on discovery and pushing the boundaries of innovation is also included in this role.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring over years of experience in data science; fluency in data programming languages like Python, R, and SQL; a deep knowledge of machine‑learning methodologies; and a successful track record of leading multiple projects and teams. A Master’s degree in Data Science and experience with cloud environments such as AWS would be a fantastic bonus.

Benefits

This company offers the flexibility to work from home or from vibrant offices in Madrid or Barcelona. Team members enjoy premium healthcare coverage (for Spain‑based employees), cutting‑edge tech, and the chance to be part of an international, supportive community. Bootcamps, knowledge‑sharing events, and a strong emphasis on continuous learning are part of the everyday experience.

Join the team

Joining this team means stepping into the future of intelligent decision‑making and having a whole lot of fun along the way!