Principal Data Scientist

Harnham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading high street fashion brand as a Principal Data Scientist and drive their data science strategy. This innovative firm is on a mission to unlock insights and optimize performance through data. You'll lead a talented team, tackling real-world challenges like demand forecasting and customer segmentation. If you're passionate about innovation and making a meaningful impact, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of data-driven decision-making in retail.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Python, R, and SQL with a focus on machine learning.
• Strong track record in delivering AI projects from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Own the data science strategy and roadmap across the business.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Machine Learning Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

MSc or PhD in Computer Science

MSc or PhD in Artificial Intelligence

MSc or PhD in Mathematics

MSc or PhD in Statistics

Job description

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Building Data Science and Machine Learning Teams in the UK | The Talent Driving The Data and AI Revolution

Principal Data Scientist

Up to £85,000

London (Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week)

Company:

Join one of the world’s biggest high street fashion brands, who has been leading the industry for the past 55 years. They are looking for a Principal Data Scientist to lead and scale their data science strategy, helping to unlock insights, optimise performance, and shape the future!

They are on a mission to make a real impact - for our customers and our people. With a strong presence both online and offline, we're committed to driving innovation, embracing inclusivity, and creating meaningful experiences through the power of data.

Responsibilities:

• Own the data science strategy and roadmap across the business
• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of data scientists and analysts
• Create scalable solutions to solve real-world challenges like demand forecasting, personalisation, and customer segmentation
• Translate business problems into data science use cases and deliver measurable outcomes
• Use data-driven insights to streamline workflows and improve decision-making in areas like inventory, logistics, and customer journey
• Measure success through improvements in performance metrics like conversion, retention, stock accuracy, and customer satisfaction

Requirements:

• MSc or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Statistics or related fields.
• Expert in Python, R, SQL and a range of ML techniques (e.g., random forests, neural nets, reinforcement learning)
• Track record of delivering high-impact AI projects from concept to production
• Strong communication skills – able to translate complex insights into business value
• Passionate about innovation, mentorship, and driving change through data

How to Apply:

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst and Engineering

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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