Manager, Data Science & AI - Data Science, Belfast, Derry / Londonderry

EY US; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Northern Ireland seeks a Data Analytics & AI Data Science Manager to lead the development of innovative data solutions. The role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams, managing data pipelines, and translating complex data insights for business strategy. Candidates should have experience in machine learning, a relevant degree, and strong leadership skills, providing an opportunity for autonomy and creative problem-solving.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Tools for personal impact

Qualifications

• Experience in real‑world applications of machine learning.
• Strong background in statistics and mathematics.
• Ability to translate business problems into data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy machine learning models.
• Analyse complex datasets for actionable insights.
• Design and maintain data pipelines.

Skills

Building and deploying machine learning models

Python

SQL

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree

Job description

Data Analytics & AI Data Science Manager

The opportunity

As part of our Data Analytics and AI team, the Data Scientist role is pivotal in enabling our clients to derive significant value from their information assets. Through collaboration and domain expertise, our team embeds innovative data analytics solutions into existing business areas, transforming data into strategic assets.

Your key responsibilities

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to develop, test, and deploy advanced machine learning models, ensuring alignment with business objectives and seamless integration into client operations.
• Data Analysis: Analyse large and complex datasets to extract actionable insights and identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform business strategies.
• Data Pipeline Management: Design, implement, and maintain data pipelines critical for model training and deployment, ensuring reliability and efficiency of the data infrastructure.
• Communication: Effectively communicate complex analytical findings and model results to stakeholders, translating data‑driven insights into business language that informs decision‑making.
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed of the latest advancements in data science—including techniques and tools—to keep the team at the cutting edge of the field.
• Understanding of business drivers: Help articulate and quantify the value that data and AI can deliver within the organization.

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience building and deploying machine learning or deep learning models in real‑world applications.
• Completed degree (bachelor’s, master’s or PhD).
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills with a track record of developing and leading high‑performing teams.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch; experience with R is a nice‑to‑have.
• Strong foundation in statistics, mathematics, and programming.
• Ability to translate business assumptions and rules into feature engineering and model explainability, addressing business problems with data‑driven solutions.
• Collaborative development mindset, working under senior data scientists and solution architects to build models aligned with strategic visions and client needs.

What we look for

We are interested in candidates with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you will also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you’re serious about auditing and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

What we offer

• Continuous learning: Develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience is yours to build. Apply now.

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