Data Scientist

Tata Consultancy Services; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Pension

Life assurance

Laptop

Phone

Training resources

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Luton is seeking a Data Scientist for their Centre of Excellence. You will develop innovative AI solutions using Databricks and contribute to best practices in an industry-leading environment. Candidates should possess strong data science knowledge and experience with generative AI. The role promises extensive learning opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Data Scientist with strong data science foundation.
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI and Agentic AI in Databricks.
• Proven ability to compile best practice documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support CoE in developing AI solutions using Databricks.
• Provide guidance on self-serve AI capabilities.
• Create best practice guides for AI within the CoE.

Skills

Data Science principles

Generative AI

Agentic AI

Databricks

Compilation of best practice documentation

Tools

Databricks Mosaic AI

Job description

If you need support in completing the application or if you require a different format of this document, please get in touch with at [e-mail] or call TCS London Office number 02031552100 / [phone] with the subject line: “Application Support Request”.

Role: Data Science CoE

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Luton, UK

Are you passionate about driving innovation and best practices in data science?

We have an exciting role for you – Data Scientist CoE!

Careers at TCS: It means more

TCS is a purpose‑led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.

• Gain exposure to innovative technology.
• Work with customers and identify opportunities to support their strategy and improve various processes across functions.
• Gain access to endless learning opportunities.

The Role

As a Data Scientist CoE, you will be responsible for maintaining an innovation backlog focused on projects that advance the field of data science through cutting‑edge tools, emerging technologies, and novel techniques.

Your responsibilities

• Support the Data Science Centre of Excellence (CoE) in developing agentic AI solutions using Databricks Mosaic AI and deploying them through Databricks apps.
• Provide guidance to federated teams on leveraging self‑serve agentic AI capabilities within Databricks.
• Contribute to the creation of best practice guides for agentic AI within the CoE.
• Assist the CoE in building generative AI solutions using Databricks Mosaic AI and making them accessible via Databricks apps.
• Advice federated teams on how to effectively use self‑serve generative AI capabilities in Databricks.
• Help develop best practice documentation for generative AI within the CoE.
• Act as a key member of the Centre of Enablement, delivering work that meets the highest industry standards in data science.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable solutions, and support peers by explaining best practices and providing basic training where needed.

Your Profile

• Experience working as a Data Scientist, with a strong foundation in data science principles and practices.
• Hands‑on experience with Generative AI and Agentic AI, particularly within Databricks environments.
• Proven ability to compile best practice documentation, supporting scalable and responsible AI development.
• Experience working in enablement teams, helping drive adoption, capability‑building, and cross‑functional collaboration.

TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.

We offer health & wellness initiatives and sports events; we are the proud sponsor of the London Marathon.

Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing

Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.

We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.

As a Disability Confident Employer we offer an interview to applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please email us at [e-mail] if you would like to opt in.

If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at [e-mail] with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 / [phone] to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.

Next Steps

Application Process

• Online application: You can apply directly through LinkedIn/ by uploading your CV. In case you wish to submit your application via another format like audio/video, please, contact - [e-mail]
• Skill‑Based discussion: This will be a level 1 interview with the project team, it can be via video or in‑person. Details will be confirmed by your recruiter.
• Managerial discussion: This discussion will focus on behavioural aspects and person‑organisation fit.
• HR Discussion: This will be with one of the members of the HR team and will cover your career journey, aspirations for growth, compensation and any other questions you may have.

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Due to the high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion.

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