Senior Data Scientist

Searchability NS&D; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchability NS&D in Cheltenham is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with active DV clearance to work on a portfolio of defence and national security projects. The role involves applying advanced data science and ML techniques, engaging in the full data lifecycle, and delivering client-ready components on-site three days per week.

You will stay at the forefront of ML, NLP, and AI, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to proposal development.

Qualifications

• Active DV clearance is required.
• Experience applying data science in defence/security or public sector.
• Proficiency with multiple ML architectures and models.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Apply creative data science and ML techniques.
• Innovate and research solutions.
• Stay current with ML and data technologies.
• Engage in full data science lifecycle.
• Document technical work and deliver client-ready components.
• Provide practical client solutions and insights.
• Assist in proposal crafting and pitching.
• Deepen understanding of Defence and Security AI opportunities.

Skills

Active DV Clearance

Data science in defence/security

Machine learning architectures

Python

NLP

Communication of complex concepts

Tools

AWS

Azure

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Kubeflow

MLFlow

Argo

Job description

New Permanent Opportunity for a DV Cleared Senior Data Scientist in Cheltenham for a leading National Security and Defence Consultancy client.

• Must have active DV Clearance
• Up to £85k DoE plus bonuses and benefits
• 3 days on site per week in Cheltenham
• Skills required in Machine Learning, AWS/Azure, Python, NLP, AI

Who are we?

We are recruiting a Senior Data Scientist with DV Clearance for a prestigious client to work on a portfolio of public and private sector projects. Our client is a global leader in technology, consulting, and engineering services at the forefront of innovation. You’ll experience excellent career progression opportunities to develop your skillset and personal profile in an inclusive culture.

What will the Data Scientist be doing?

• Apply creative data science and ML techniques
• Innovate and research solutions
• Stay current with ML and data tech
• Engage in full data science lifecycle
• Document technically
• Deliver high-quality project components
• Provide practical client solutions
• Assist in proposal crafting and pitching
• Deepen understanding of the Defence and Security sector for AI & Data transformation opportunities

Key Skills and Requirements

Essential:

• Active DV Clearance
• Applying data science or machine learning in Defence/Security, public sector, or academia
• Proficiency in various machine learning architectures and models
• Methodical problem-solving skills
• Effective communication of complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Client relationship management abilities

Desirable:

• Cloud-based Data Science and Machine Learning services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with Python libraries for data management, statistics, machine learning, and visualisation.
• Expertise in popular machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch
• Knowledge of cutting-edge techniques for Natural Language Processing and Computer Vision
• Strong grasp of basic probability concepts and machine learning lifecycle
• Experience with workflow and pipelining frameworks (e.g., Kubeflow, MLFlow, Argo)
• Understanding and application of Ethical AI considerations

KEY SKILLS:

Data Scientist / Data Science / AWS / Azure / Machine Learning / NLP / AI / PyTorch / TensorFlow / Python / Cheltenham / Security Cleared / DV / DV Cleared / Enhanced Clearance