Senior Applied Data Scientist — Retail Insights

dunnhumby Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Aviva pension scheme

Wellbeing resources

Flexible working hours

Job summary

dunnhumby, the global leader in Customer Data Science, is seeking a Senior Applied Data Scientist to distill complex problems into actionable insights for leading retailers and brands. You will work with world-class colleagues to design, implement and deploy models that drive real client impact.

Joining our Retail Insight team, you’ll develop advanced analytics solutions across client engagements, translating data into measurable business outcomes and scalable insight platforms that empower

Qualifications

• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong programming skills — Python and SQL are essential; PySpark experience is highly advantageous.
• Experience with version control tools (e.g. Git).
• Solid understanding of analytical technologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Proven experience in statistical modelling and applying data science solutions to real client problems.
• A passion for connecting technical work to real customer outcomes, delivering clear and measurable impact.

Responsibilities

• Distil complex problems into actionable insights using advanced analytics and machine learning.
• Develop and deploy models for client projects in Tesco and other retailers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable data solutions and measurable client value.

Skills

Statistics

Python

SQL

Analytical thinking

Communication

Statistical modelling

Retail analytics

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Physics/Economics

Tools

Git

PySpark

Python

Job description

dunnhumby, the global leader in Customer Data Science, is seeking a Senior Applied Data Scientist to distill complex problems into actionable insights for leading retailers and brands. You will work with world-class colleagues to design, implement and deploy models that drive real client impact.

Joining our Retail Insight team, you’ll develop advanced analytics solutions across client engagements, translating data into measurable business outcomes and scalable insight platforms that empower