Lead Data Scientist

THE IDOLS GROUP LIMITED; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology distributor in the UK is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to act as the senior technical expert. In this role, you will develop high-impact models and lead projects through to production. The position requires extensive experience in machine learning and strong skills in Python and SQL. You will collaborate closely with the Head of Data Science and mentor others, setting technical standards while staying hands-on with modeling. The work model is hybrid with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience building, validating, and deploying machine learning models into production.
• Strong hands-on Python and SQL skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to technical authority for challenging modelling work.
• Drive end-to-end delivery of advanced models.
• Shape technical approach and advise on best practices.

Skills

Machine learning model development

Python

SQL

Job description

Lead Data Scientist

Salary: £115,000 - £125,000

Location: London / Hybrid

Data Idols are partnered with a leading technology distributor that is continuing to invest heavily in data. They are looking for a Lead Data Scientist who can act as the senior technical expert within the team, someone who delivers high-impact models, sets technical standards, and leads complex projects through to production.

The Opportunity

As a Lead Data Scientist, you'll be the go-to technical authority, taking ownership of challenging modelling work and driving end-to-end delivery. You'll work deeply hands-on, developing advanced models, improving existing pipelines, and ensuring solutions are scalable and production-ready.

You'll collaborate closely with the Head of Data Science, shaping the technical approach, advising on best practices, and leading major initiatives. While not a people manager, you will support and mentor others by setting the bar for technical excellence and helping guide their development.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives as a senior IC and wants to stay close to the code and modelling while having a strong voice in technical decision-making.

Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience building, validating, and deploying machine learning models into production
• Strong hands-on Python and SQL skills

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