Lead Data Scientist

Simply Business; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Staff Data Scientist to lead the charge in integrating AI and Data Science into their operations. This role offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams, develop cutting-edge models, and define best practices in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on real-time modeling and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is perfect for a passionate individual eager to shape the future of Data Science. Join a collaborative team that values your expertise and creativity, and make a significant impact in the world of AI and ML.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Data Scientist/ML Engineer.
• Experience with traditional ML and real-time model deployment.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, and maximize the value of models across various use cases.
• Contribute to end-to-end development and deployment of ML and AI models.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Science

Generative AI

Software Engineering Principles

Job description

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

As a Staff Data Scientist, you will be part of a team that is bringing AI and Data Science to the forefront of SB. We seek an experienced, pragmatic Data Scientist to help unify our technical vision and enable our team to deliver value quickly.

The role reports to Josh Dawson, our Head of Analytics and Data Science, and collaborates with our talented Data Science team.

As our Staff Data Scientist, you will:

1. Work closely with cross-functional development teams to build, test, and maximize the value of models across various use cases, including LLMs, propensity, classification, and regression models.
2. Contribute to end-to-end development and deployment of ML and AI models.
3. Define best practices for a team of highly talented Data Scientists.
4. Work with stakeholders in a fast-paced, agile environment that encourages autonomy and growth.
5. Create best practices for Data Science at SB and drive value in partnership with multiple stakeholders.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Extraordinary, with 7+ years of experience as a Data Scientist/ML Engineer, working on traditional ML, Data Science problems, and Generative AI.
• Someone who views Data Science as a product, not just models.
• Passionate about all forms of technology, especially deployment and software engineering principles.
• Proud to have deployed real-time models.
• Interested in helping us build the future of ML/AI at SB, both hands-on and in training our organization to leverage real-time modeling.

(We know it’s tough, but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You don’t have to match all the bullet points above to be considered for this role.)

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and identities. We are committed to an inclusive, supportive environment where you can be yourself and do your best work.

Ready to build the future of Simply Business with our Data Science team? Apply today.