Lead Data Scientist and Automation and Innovation

Government Recruitment Service; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to guide project teams in advanced data analysis techniques. In this role, you will oversee multiple AI projects, ensuring best practices are followed and mentoring junior staff. You are expected to be a thought leader in the data science community, engaging with senior stakeholders and developing scalable AI solutions to meet complex project demands. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact high-value government initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Scientist with a strong background in various data science methodologies.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior staff in a data science context.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed technical advice and guidance to project teams.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote the value of data science.
• Oversee workstreams within AIaaS, focusing on AI microservices development.

Job description

Lead Data Scientists are experienced Data Scientists who provide detailed technical advice, support and guidance to project teams.

As a Lead Data Scientist, you will inspire best practice and be a recognised authority on a number of data science specialisms within government, with the ability to understand, teach and supervise a wide range of cutting‑edge analysis techniques.

You will provide oversight of several workstreams within AIaaS including the discovery, development and customisation of a range of AI microservices. You will stay abreast of emerging technologies and conduct experimentation to inform future strategy of the Platform. This will involve projects of high political exposure, value and complexity, and engaging with senior stakeholders to champion the value of data science. You will work to develop scalable AI solutions.

You will be a thought leader within the Data Science community and manage the development of junior staff.