Risk Data Scientist in Sheffield

Energy Jobline ZR; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing UK tech company is seeking a Data Scientist to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. You will develop models to identify risks and provide insights for decision-making. Candidates should have strong skills in Python and SQL, along with experience in machine learning and statistical analysis. This role offers a flexible working culture and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-growth environment.

Benefits

Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience

Flexible working culture

Company equity

Opportunity to make a real impact in a high-growth tech company

Qualifications

• Experience as a data scientist.
• Strong Python and SQL skills.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of LLMs and AI modelling tools.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop statistical and machine learning models to simulate risk scenarios.
• Analyse large datasets to uncover trends and emerging risks.
• Translate insights into actionable risk mitigation strategies.
• Build dashboards and visualisations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure clean, integrated data.
• Continuously refine models to adapt to evolving risk landscapes.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine learning frameworks

Statistical analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Description

A fast-growing UK tech company is seeking a Data Scientist to join their dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a business that’s scaling rapidly and making waves in the e‑commerce space.

This company has recently been recognised as one of the UK’s fastest‑growing tech firms. They want to be the best choice for every customer, everywhere. The team is collaborative, ambitious, and thrives in a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment. You’ll be part of a close‑knit group driving real change.

As their Data Scientist, you’ll play a key role in identifying and quantifying potential risks through data‑driven strategies and predictive modelling. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams to build tools and insights that support effective risk mitigation and informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop statistical and machine learning models to simulate risk scenarios.
• Analyse large datasets to uncover trends and emerging risks.
• Translate insights into actionable risk mitigation strategies.
• Build dashboards and visualisations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure clean, integrated data.
• Continuously refine models to adapt to evolving risk landscapes.

Requirements

• Experience as a data scientist.
• Strong Python and SQL skills.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of LLMs and AI modelling tools.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience.
• Flexible working culture.
• Company equity.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a high‑growth tech company.

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