Principal Machine Learning Scientist - Derry/Londonderry

FinTrU; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative RegTech/FinTech company in Derry/Londonderry is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Scientist to lead AI initiatives and mentor a data science team. This pivotal role includes overseeing machine learning models and collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid working model with industry-leading benefits. Candidates should have extensive experience in data science, AI technologies, and leadership, fostering a culture of innovation and improvement.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Family-focused policies

Health & wellbeing policies

Learning & development strategy

Inclusive social calendar

Paid sabbatical

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in Data science/AI roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Strong aptitude for analysing complex data sets and deriving insights.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams.
• Client facing experience emphasizing AI/ML operation.
• Understanding of Ethical AI principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Data Science team fostering innovation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement data science strategies.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of machine learning models.
• Identify data-driven opportunities in collaboration with other departments.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

Python

SQL

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Data analysis

Ethical AI

Job description

Overview

FinTrU is looking for a visionary Principal Machine Learning Scientist to lead innovation across our AI and Data Science initiatives. Based at FinTrU's offices in Derry/Londonderry. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape strategy, mentor top talent, and drive cutting-edge solutions that transform our products and services.

FinTrU is an award-winning RegTech/FinTech company, creating technology-enabled solutions for leading global financial institutions. Across our UK and EU offices, we deliver the highest standard of service to both our clients and our 1400 employees. Our philosophy of continued learning and development, an unwavering commitment to diversity – in all its forms – and our culture continue to make us a workplace of choice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in Data science/AI roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras) and libraries (e.g. scikit-learn), demonstrating technical capability to build, optimise, and deploy AI models.
• Strong aptitude for analysing complex data sets and derive actionable insights using advanced ML/AI techniques. This includes proficiency in developing, training, and optimising models to uncover patterns, predict outcomes, and drive strategic decisions.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams while fostering a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
• Client facing experience and ability to clearly articulate the role and operation of AI/ML models within Products
• Experience with Agentic AI or Autonomous agents.
• Understanding of Ethical AI principles and responsible AI practices

Responsibilities

• You will Lead and mentor the Data Science team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging rapid experimentation and the development of proof of concepts (POCs) to explore new ideas and validate emerging technologies with a fail-fast mentality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, prioritise and implement data science strategies and roadmap that align with business objectives.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models and algorithms.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams plus other departments to identify data-driven opportunities and solutions.

The full job description can be viewed here

We reserve the right to enhance or amend the shortlisting criteria at any time during the process

Please note this role is Hybrid working, the successful candidate will currently be required to be in the office 2 days per week. For this reason we are not considering fully remote applications, or those based beyond a reasonable commute to the office in Derry.

This requisition is only for those resident, or seeking to be resident in Northern Ireland. If you are based in Republic of Ireland, please apply to the vacancy for Letterkenny

Benefits

• Hybrid working model [opportunity to avail of WFH furniture for your home office]
• Industry-leading, family-focused policies
• Progressive health & wellbeing policies
• Industry-leading learning & development strategy
• Diverse and inclusive social and cultural calendar
• Innovative sabbatical policies, including ‘FinTrU Unplugged’ [a 4-week paid sabbatical]

Compensation

Annual salary review

Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme