ML Software Engineer (KTP) - Data-Driven Ops in Supply Chain

University of Essex; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal development budget

Mentoring by Innovate UK KTP Adviser

Challenging role with stakeholders

Full access to university resources

Job summary

The University of Essex, in partnership with Distag QCS, invites applications for a KTP Associate to design and implement innovative digital solutions that enhance decision making and operational performance within a growing manufacturing supply business. You will work with a large ERP-derived dataset, shape it into actionable insights, and build reliable models.

We seek a candidate with an MSc in Data Science or ML, strong Python skills, and an ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse

Qualifications

• MSc in Data Science, Machine Learning, or similar.
• Knowledge/experience of computational/artificial intelligence.
• Understanding of UI-centred product design and data extraction/interrogation.
• Knowledge/interest in deep learning, neural networks, optimisation and algorithm development.
• Strong mathematical foundation.
• Knowledge/interest in data visualization.
• Understanding of project management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative digital solutions to enhance decision making and operational performance.
• Work with a large, complex ERP-derived dataset to shape data into usable forms and build reliable models.
• Lead thinking, set pace, and help colleagues understand what is possible in a busy commercial environment.
• Balance hands-on development with delivering insights that fit day-to-day operations.
• Introduce new ways of working and embed data-driven decision making across teams.

Skills

Python programming

Data storytelling

Project management

Communication of complex concepts

Time management

English proficiency

Education

MSc in Data Science or Machine Learning

Job description

The University of Essex, in partnership with Distag QCS, invites applications for a KTP Associate to design and implement innovative digital solutions that enhance decision making and operational performance within a growing manufacturing supply business. You will work with a large ERP-derived dataset, shape it into actionable insights, and build reliable models.

We seek a candidate with an MSc in Data Science or ML, strong Python skills, and an ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse