Head of Data Science

LinuxRecruit; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative software platform company in the UK is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee its data science function. The role involves guiding AI initiatives, leading a team of data scientists, and ensuring that machine learning solutions deliver significant business impact. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS. This position blends strategic influence with hands-on execution.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in machine learning or data science.
• Solid leadership track record and technical expertise in model development.
• Familiar with agile workflows and fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Guide strategic direction and technical execution of AI initiatives.
• Lead a team of data scientists, driving innovation and scaling ML systems.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver valuable machine learning solutions.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Science

Leadership

Python

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or related field

Job description

If you're passionate about machine learning and data science and ready to lead a team building groundbreaking technology with real-world impact, this role offers a rare opportunity.

An innovative software platform is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee its data science function. In this pivotal role, you’ll guide both strategic direction and technical execution of AI initiatives central to the product. The platform helps global enterprises make smarter commercial decisions through predictive insights rooted in customer behaviour.

You’ll lead a talented team of data scientists, shaping a collaborative, high-performing group. Your focus will be driving innovation, scaling ML systems, and aligning technical efforts with business outcomes. You’ll work with senior leadership and collaborate across departments to ensure machine learning delivers real, lasting value.

This role offers a blend of strategic influence and hands‑on impact. You’ll define how machine learning evolves while ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and commercially relevant. From improving processes to evaluating new tools, you’ll have the freedom and responsibility to set the pace.

The ideal candidate has at least eight years of experience in machine learning or data science, including a solid leadership track record. You’ll bring deep technical expertise in model development, data infrastructure, and operational practices. Proficiency in Python is essential, and experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is highly valued. A background in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, or physics is key, especially if you can connect technical insight to business needs.

Success in this role depends on your ability to lead people, mentor teams, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Familiarity with agile workflows and experience in fast-moving, product‑led environments will be an asset.

If you're ready to take ownership of machine learning at a company where your work shapes both product and strategy, this is your moment.