Data Scientist

Searchability NS&D; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchability NS&D is seeking a Data Scientist / AI Engineer with enhanced DV clearance for a full-time, on-site role in Manchester. The position covers a range from junior to lead levels, offering a salary from £45k to £95k DoE plus a 15% clearance bonus.

You will work with machine learning, GenAI, NLP and engagement with clients to deliver impactful AI solutions. The role requires strong communication and leadership across Agile teams, experience with cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP), and a

Qualifications

• Active enhanced DV Clearance required.
• Full-time on-site in Manchester.
• Experience in ML, GenAI, NLP and computer vision.
• Experience in solution architecture and software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale AI/ML solutions with clients.
• Identify challenges and define solutions with clear value.
• Lead teams to successful delivery.
• Opportunity to publish whitepapers and present at conferences.

Skills

Machine Learning

GenAI

NLP

Deep Learning

Graph Analytics

Time Series

Cloud

Databricks

AzureML

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Solution Architecture

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Tools

Databricks

AzureML

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD

Job description

New Permanent Opportunity for an Enhanced DV Cleared Data Scientist / AI Engineer in Manchester.

• Must have active enhanced DV Clearance
• Junior to Lead levels available
• £45k to £95k DoE plus 15% clearance bonus
• Must be willing to be full-time on-site in Manchester
• Skills required in machine learning, GenAI, NLP, Customer Engagement/Consultancy

Who are we?

We are recruiting Junior, Senior and Lead Data Scientists with AI specialism and enhanced DV Clearance for a prestigious client to work on a portfolio of public and private sector projects. Our client is a global leader in technology, consulting, and engineering services at the forefront of innovation to evolve the world of digital, cloud, and platforms. You’ll experience excellent career progression opportunities to develop your skillset and personal profile in an inclusive culture.

What will the Data Scientist be doing?

Our client is seeking individuals with strong technical expertise in machine learning, GenAI, computer vision, and data science, alongside solid skills in solution architecture and software engineering to design and scale impactful solutions. This role involves working closely with clients to identify challenges, define solutions, communicate their value clearly, and lead teams to successful delivery. There are also opportunities to publish whitepapers and represent the organisation at conferences, all within an inclusive and diverse working environment.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Proficient in AI techniques including machine learning, GenAI, NLP, deep learning, graph analytics, and time series analysis.
• Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex concepts, manage stakeholders, and motivate/lead Agile teams to deliver robust outcomes.
• Experienced in securing work through RFI/RFPs, bids, and presentations across public and private sectors.
• Skilled in data science platforms (e.g. Databricks, AzureML) and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), with knowledge of tools like Terraform.
• Experienced in deploying solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools.

KEY SKILLS:

Data Science / Data Scientist / AI Engineer / AI / Machine Learning / ML / NLP / GenAI / Stakeholder Engagement / Customer Engagement / AWS / Azure / Cloud / Docker / Kubernetes / CI/CD / Deep Learning