Lead Data Scientist – Defence & Security (Hybrid)

Anson McCade; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI consultancy in the UK is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to transform cutting-edge data science and AI into impactful real-world solutions for Defence and Security. Candidates should possess over 7 years of experience in the data science lifecycle, strong programming skills in Python or R, and the capability to communicate complex insights effectively. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary package between £85,000 and £105,000, along with opportunities to work on meaningful projects.

Benefits

Pension & medical care

Fully Expensed Travel

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 7+ years in data science lifecycle.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R.
• Experience with data visualisation and exploratory data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build statistical and machine-learning models.
• Turn data into insights and predictive systems.
• Lead projects and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Data collection & engineering

Data cleaning and processing

Statistical models

Programming in Python (or R)

Experience in statistical analysis

Communicating analytical results

Understanding of ethical considerations

Job description

A leading AI consultancy in the UK is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to transform cutting-edge data science and AI into impactful real-world solutions for Defence and Security. Candidates should possess over 7 years of experience in the data science lifecycle, strong programming skills in Python or R, and the capability to communicate complex insights effectively. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary package between £85,000 and £105,000, along with opportunities to work on meaningful projects.