Machine Learning Scientist

ASOS.com Ltd; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist for a hybrid role focused on machine learning applications in signal processing. The ideal candidate will bring a post-doctoral background in a quantitative field, outstanding programming skills in Python and MATLAB, and a passion for applying data science techniques to national security challenges. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in the Defence sector.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

30 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension

Group life insurance

Disability protection

EAP

Business Travel Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gympass

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Post-doctoral degree in a quantitative field or equivalent professional experience with a Master's degree.
• Strong programming skills in Python/MATLAB with proficiency in ML libraries.
• Familiarity with MLOps and cloud computing platforms, Azure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct ML experiments and deploy selected approaches operationally.
• Mentor and manage junior team members.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Machine Learning

AI techniques

MLOps

Cloud computing

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Post-doctoral degree in a quantitative field

Master's degree in a related STEM discipline

Job description

Title: Senior Data Scientist
Reports to: Head of Decision Science Lab
Business Unit: Digital & Synthetic
Capability: Decision Science
Location: London/Harwell/Lincoln (Hybrid)
Level: S3

Company Overview

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects as-a-service across a spectrum of domains including Air & Space, Electromagnetic & Cyber, and Synthetic. Metrea Management provides central services to eleven global capability units via Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams.

Position Summary

We seek an innovative and experienced Data Scientist to undertake Machine Learning delivery against signal processing use cases across Metrea, specifically within our internal Decision Science Laboratory and automated Solution Engine. Applicants should be comfortable with deploying operational ML techniques across relevant problem sets, including signal processing algorithms, time‑frequency analysis and parameter estimation. Waveform generation experience would also be useful. The ideal candidate will have a post‑doctoral background in a quantitative field (although a Masters degree plus suitable experience is equally valuable) and a passion for applying advanced data science techniques to solve complex challenges in the Defence sector.

Role And Responsibilities

• Translate operational requirements into technical solutions, working closely with cross‑functional teams.
• Apply and adapt state‑of‑the‑art data science techniques to address signal processing challenges.
• Provide input to hardware and aerial designers and liaise with forward‑deployed teams.
• Conduct ML experiments and take responsibility for the subsequent operational deployment of selected approaches.
• Mentor and manage junior team members and foster a collaborative, innovative work environment.
• Apply and recommend data science best practices and contribute to shared resources.
• Pursue continuous learning and stay abreast of emerging trends in data science, AI, sensor technologies, and simulation techniques across Defence and Aerospace applications.

Skills And Experience

• Post‑doctoral degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related STEM discipline) or equivalent professional experience with a Masters' degree.
• Strong programming skills in Python/MATLAB, with proficiency in ML libraries.
• Strong knowledge of Machine Learning and AI techniques.
• Experience with deploying operational signal processing systems.
• Familiarity with MLOps and cloud computing platforms; Azure preferred.
• Excellent communication and teaching skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Passion for continuous learning and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.
• Prior Defence or Aerospace experience preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus
• 30 Days Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance for employee
• Company Pension
• Group life insurance
• Disability protection
• EAP
• Business Travel Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gympass
• Electric Car Scheme

Work Authorization: Employee must be able to have and maintain an SC Clearance, appropriate to the nature of the role.

Our Culture

Metrea's single core value "rooted in humility" is supported by entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning, and over‑deliver attributes that together form our teammate firmware and culture. We are a hyper‑collaborative, dynamically hierarchical organization united by a passion for what we do, how we do it, who we do it with, and who we do it for.