Head of Data Science

ECOM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting software development company in Manchester is seeking a Head of Data Science to lead their UK Data Team. In this pivotal role, you will shape the technical and strategic vision in the data science domain, collaborating closely with C-suite management. Your expertise in data-driven products will be crucial as you drive innovation through AI and machine learning. This role offers a competitive salary, equity, and private health insurance, along with the opportunity to make a significant impact during a period of growth. If you are passionate about data science and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Equity

Private Health Insurance

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully leading Data / Machine Learning teams.
• Experienced in building and deploying a variety of models.

Responsibilities

• Leading the UK Data Team with 8 direct reports.
• Driving end-to-end data science and implementing AI / Machine Learning.
• Ensuring data science deliverables meet high standards of quality.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Tensorflow

Data Science Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science

Master's or PhD in Statistics

Master's or PhD in Physics

Master's or PhD in Machine Learning

Tools

Cloud Platform

Job description

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I connect the best talent in Data Science & AI with start-up and enterprise companies.

ECOM are partnered with an exciting software development company based in Manchester who are looking for a Head of Data Science.

As the Head of Data Science, you will be at forefront of the technical and strategic vision in the analytics and data science domain. Your expertise and leadership experience in the data science domain will help influence and shape the future of data-driven products. Working closely with C-suite management, you will set the direction on how to leverage technology towards future goals.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Leading the UK Data Team (8 Direct reports)
• Collaborate with the engineering and product practices.
• Team management, including recruitment, onboarding, and developing top talent, ensuring that the team has the skills, resources and support needed to excel in their roles.
• Partner closely with C-Suite management to present project / product results
• Help drive end to end data science and implement AI / Machine Learning
• Ensuring that all data science deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, reliability and implement rigorous testing and validation processes to validate model performance and mitigate risks.
• Leading the end-to-end process of model development, including data collection pre-processing, feature engineering, model selection, training, evaluation, and validation

Who You Are:

• Have a master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Machine Learning or related field.
• Proven track record of successfully leading Data / Machine Learning teams
• Experienced in building and deploying a variety of models.
• Excellent communication skills and collaboration skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively and explain technical / complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Experienced in Python, SQL, Tensorflow and a cloud platform

Our client is an exciting phase of their growth and as a Head of Data Science you will have the opportunity to put your stamp on an already established business during this phase of development.

Operating with a hybrid business model, you'll be required to come into the Manchester office 2 days per week to collaborate with fellow colleagues.

For your hard work you'll receive a very competitive salary of up to £130,000 per year, equity, private health insurance and much more.

If you're interested in finding out more information, please apply through the link below and I'll contact you ASAP.

*Please note, sponsorship is not available for this role*

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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