Lead Data Scientist

Information Tech Consultants; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Data Science Lead to oversee data analysis and project development. The role requires extensive experience in machine learning, data manipulation, and mentoring in programming. Candidates should have a strong background in statistics and experience with cloud technologies like AWS or Azure. The position offers an opportunity to shape data-driven outcomes and participate in innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience manipulating data sets and building statistical and machine learning models.
• Fluent English (written / spoken) is necessary.
• Experience developing Machine Learning models from coding to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Collecting data by analyzing business results.
• Building tools to automate data collection.
• Preparing detailed reports by analyzing data.

Skills

Mentoring in coding

Leadership

Project Management

Knowledge of consulting sales structure

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Empathy and service attitude

Education

Masters or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science

Tools

Python

SQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

TensorFlow

Keras

PyTorch

Job description

Data Science Lead

Location : London

Experience : 12 to 18 years

Job Requirements

• 12 years of experience manipulating data sets and building statistical and machine learning models.
• Masters or Ph D in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field
• Fluent English (written / spoken)
• Generative AI, Computer Vision cloud technology, NLP, Deep Learning.
• Experience Developing Machine Learning / Data Science models, from coding to deployment
• 2+ years of experience in teaching or training.
• 3+ Years of Hands-on Hybrid Development experience preferred.

Skills

• Able to train / mentor / coach in coding (mandatory python and SQL, java or C++)
• Project Management background preferred.
• Knowledge of the Consulting / Sales structure.
• Empathy and service attitude
• Fast-paced
• Project Management experience
• Desirable previous international experience (US, Canada, or Europe)
• Leading consultants to grow and create tangible benefits and assets.

Competencies

• Mentor / Develop / Train consultants
• Orientation to results
• Leadership

Main Responsibilities of the Position

• Collecting data through means such as analyzing business results or by setting up and managing new studies
• Transferring data into a new format to make it more appropriate for analysis
• Build tools to automate data collection
• Compare and analyze provided statistical information to identify patterns, relationships, and problems
• Define and utilize statistical methods to solve industry-specific problems in varying fields, such as economics and engineering
• Prepare detailed reports for management and other departments by analyzing and interpreting data
• Train assistants and other members of the team how to properly organize findings and read data collected
• Design computer code using various languages to improve and update software and applications
• Refer to previous instances and findings to determine the ideal method for gathering data

Desired Skills (Including but Not Limited to)

• Knowledge in Deep Learning / Neural Networks techniques, specifically NLP (Natural Language Processing, Generative AI and Computer Vision
• Python and SQL coding skills are indispensable
• Cloud experience in one of AWS - Amazon Web Service, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
• Proficiency oinn Machine Learning libraries and frameworks like Tensorflow, Keras, Pytorch, OpenCV, Bertl, Elmo SpaCy, NLTK, etc.
• Preferred- Experience creating Chatbots, and similar applications that use NLP. Object Character Recognition and Computer Vision projects like Face Recognition is a plus
• Experience using statistical computer languages, including Python & SQL, R is a plus to manipulate data and draw insights from large data sets
• Knowledge and experience in statistical and data mining techniques : GLM / Regression, Random Forest, Boosting, Trees, text mining, social network analysis, etc.
• Experience creating and using advanced machine learning algorithms and statistics : regression, simulation, scenario analysis, modeling, clustering, decision trees, neural networks, etc.
• Ability to compile and organize statistical information retrieved and present findings to management
• Faculty to work toward multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on product development.
• Certification in a Cloud-Based / Machine Learning service desirable

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Not Applicable
• Industry: Software Development
• Engineering Services
• Information Services
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Information Technology, Engineering
• Skills: Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python (Programming Language), Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Cloud