Lead Data Scientist – ML, Automation & Mentoring

Leonardo; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace and defense company in Bristol seeks a Principal Data Scientist to lead on automation and machine learning while managing a small team. Candidates should have substantial data science experience and expertise in programming and cloud platforms. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and developing predictive models. The company offers excellent benefits such as flexible working, generous leave, and a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Generous leave with flexi-days

Up to 15% employer contribution pension scheme

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme for eligible employees

Access to 4,000+ online courses

Referral programme rewards

Up to £500 annually on flexible benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• UK DV Clearance or the ability to obtain it.
• Excellent data science and analytics experience.
• Strong knowledge in advanced analytics methods.
• Strong knowledge across statistical models, machine learning and AI algorithms.
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, R, SQL.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Ability to communicate complicated technical information.

Responsibilities

• Lead the continual development of Automation and Machine Learning capabilities.
• Manage a team of 4-6 individuals.
• Undertake pre-processing of structured and unstructured data.
• Lead the development of predictive models and machine-learning algorithms.
• Coach/mentor junior team members.

Skills

Data science and analytics experience

Advanced analytics methods

Statistical models, machine learning and AI algorithms

Programming languages (Java, Python, R, SQL)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Communication skills for technical info

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Statistics or Data Science

Job description

A global aerospace and defense company in Bristol seeks a Principal Data Scientist to lead on automation and machine learning while managing a small team. Candidates should have substantial data science experience and expertise in programming and cloud platforms. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and developing predictive models. The company offers excellent benefits such as flexible working, generous leave, and a supportive environment for career development.