(Fitness, UK), Senior Data Scientist, TSCM-41583

Eleks; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development firm is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead AI chatbot development integrated into a membership ecosystem. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in Data Science, familiarity with GenAI technologies, and advanced English skills. This role involves collaboration with clients and cross-functional teams in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competence development

Dynamic environment

Challenging tasks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Science.
• Experience with GenAI technologies.
• Advanced level of English.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of an AI-powered chatbot.
• Ensure scalability and user experience of solutions.
• Design and optimize conversational flows.

Skills

Data Science experience

GenAI technologies (LLMs, agentic AI, agents, Azure OpenAI API)

Chatbot experience

Experience with recommender systems

Advanced English

Job description

ELEKS Artificial Intelligence Office is looking for a Senior Data Scientist in Ukraine, Europe or the United Kingdom.

ABOUT PROJECT

Our Client is Europe’s leading health, sport, and leisure group. The organization operates 116 clubs, including 100 in the UK and additional locations across the Republic of Ireland, mainland Europe, and Asia. With billions in annual turnover, the group offers premium sports facilities, tennis courts, gyms, and wellness programs for its members.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in Data Science
• Experience with GenAI technologies (LLMs, agentic AI, agents, Azure OpenAI API)
• Chatbot experience is a plus
• Experience with recommender engines/systems is a plus
• Advanced level of English

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and improvement of an AI-powered chatbot integrated into a membership ecosystem for iOS and Android.
• Ensure scalability, security, and a high-quality user experience in production-ready conversational solutions.
• Design and optimize conversational flows, personalization features, and integration with client documentation systems.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders (Product Owners, Digital Director, consultants) to align chatbot strategy with business goals.
• Mentor and guide junior data scientists within the team.
• Work closely with cross-functional colleagues (Backend, Mobile, QA, BA, DevOps) in an Agile/Kanban delivery model.

WHAT YOU WILL GET WITH ELEKS

• Close cooperation with a customer
• Challenging tasks
• Competence development
• Ability to influence project technologies
• Team of professionals
• Dynamic environment with low level of bureaucracy

ABOUT ELEKS

ELEKS is a custom software development company. We deliver value to our clients, thanks to our expertise and experience gained from working as a software innovation partner since 1991.

Our 2000+ professionals located in the Delivery Centers across Eastern Europe and sales offices in Europe and North America, provide our clients with a full range of software engineering services. These include product development, QA, R&D, design, technology consulting and dedicated teams.