Senior Data Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company at the forefront of the digital revolution in social care as a Lead Data Scientist. You will design and implement predictive models and improve outcomes through innovative data solutions. With a competitive salary and benefits, this role offers an opportunity to work with top professionals aiming to reshape the care sector.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Net zero pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in senior or lead data science role.
• Hands-on experience with Azure-based data pipelines.
• Deep expertise in supervised and unsupervised ML techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement benchmarking methodologies.
• Build scalable data science workflows using Microsoft Azure services.
• Lead development of predictive models using Azure Machine Learning.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Statistical Analysis

Data Pipelines

Git

Tools

Azure

Power BI

Databricks

Job description

Job Description

At Person Centred Software, we’re transforming the care sector through innovative, data-driven digital solutions. We’re looking for a Lead Data Scientist with a passion for ethical AI, healthcare impact, and scalable technology. In this role, you’ll lead the design and deployment of predictive models, benchmarking tools, and data pipelines that directly improve outcomes in social care. You’ll work at the intersection of advanced analytics and compassionate innovation, shaping the future of care intelligence across the UK and beyond.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and implement benchmarking methodologies using data from hundreds of care homes across clinical and operational metrics
• Build scalable data science workflows using Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and other Microsoft Azure services
• Lead end-to-end development of predictive models (e.g., fall prediction, infection prevention) using Azure Machine Learning
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to embed ML outputs into dashboards and APIs via Power BI and Azure tools
• Ensure transparency and compliance of models in alignment with healthcare data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR, NHS DSP Toolkit)
• Conduct data exploration, hypothesis testing, and advanced statistical analyses to inform product and business decisions
• Implement monitoring and retraining strategies for deployed models to ensure fairness and ongoing performance
• Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, ethical data science culture

What You’ll Bring:

• Substantial experience in a senior or lead data science role, delivering production-grade ML models
• Hands-on experience with Azure-based data pipelines and machine learning services
• Advanced proficiency in Python (for ML) and SQL (for data manipulation)
• Deep expertise in supervised and unsupervised ML techniques, benchmarking design, and statistical analysis
• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure stack: AML, Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks, Blob Storage/Data Lake
• Familiarity with Power BI for report automation and data insight delivery
• Knowledge of model explainability tools (e.g., SHAP, LIME) and responsible AI practices
• Git proficiency, including use of hooks and pre-commit workflows
• Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex data insights to non-technical audiences
• (Desirable) Experience with EHR, NHS, CQC, or other health/social care datasets
• (Desirable) Experience in SaaS, multi-tenant architecture, or high-availability systems in healthcare or adult social care

What We Offer:

• A base salary of £65,000 - £75,000 and bonus depending on experience
• Modern town centre offices in Guildford, with opportunity for ad hoc home working
• 25 days holiday
• Net zero pension scheme
• Additional perks including; cycle to work scheme, staff discounts portal and Employee Assistance Programme

At Person Centred Software, we’re leading the digital revolution in social care. Our technology is reshaping an industry that impacts millions—driving efficiency, improving outcomes, and setting new standards. Every day, your work will help modernise and future-proof social care.

Tech That Transforms –automation, real-time data—our solutions are redefining how social care operates

Join the Market Leader – Trusted by thousands, we set the benchmark for digital transformation in social care

Drive Meaningful Innovation – Work at the forefront of a sector ready for change, where your skills fuel real-world impact

Challenge Yourself, Make a Difference – If you love tech and solving big challenges, we want to hear from you

Work with the Best – Join a team of top-tier professionals passionate about using technology to drive change