Lead Data Scientist

Uneek Global; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing, AI-driven product company is seeking a Senior / Lead Data Scientist to take ownership of the end-to-end machine learning lifecycle. This role involves building, deploying, and maintaining models, particularly in Computer Vision. Candidates should have strong experience in data science, advanced Python skills, and the ability to communicate with diverse teams. The position offers remote working and a great benefits package, making it ideal for experienced professionals looking for impactful work.

Benefits

Remote working

Great benefits package

Qualifications

• Commercial experience in data science with a focus on practical application.
• Proven ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end data science lifecycle.
• Build, deploy, and maintain machine learning models.
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering on data-driven solutions.
• Lead experimentation and model evaluation.
• Contribute to technical direction and best practices.

Skills

Strong commercial experience as a Data Scientist

Advanced Python skills

Experience working with Azure

Solid grounding in machine learning, statistics, and data modelling

Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Experience with Computer Vision projects

Tools

Azure

Job description

Senior / Lead Data Scientist

Remote - UK

£70,000-£90,000

We’re looking for a Senior / Lead Data Scientist to join a fast-growing, AI-driven product company. This is a hands‑on role with real ownership, working closely with engineering and product to build and deploy machine learning models that directly impact the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end data science lifecycle (from problem definition to monitoring)
• Build, deploy, and maintain machine learning models in production, including Computer Vision applications
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering on data-driven solutions
• Lead experimentation, optimisation, and model evaluation
• Contribute to technical direction and best practices
• Mentor Junior Data Scientists

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong commercial experience as a Data Scientist
• Advanced Python skills
• Experience working with Azure
• Solid grounding in machine learning, statistics, and data modelling
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with Computer Vision projects

Why Apply?

• High-impact role with real ownership
• Remote working
• Great benefits package!

If you’re an experienced Data Scientist looking for a senior or lead‑level role with genuine influence, this could be a great fit.