Senior Data Scientist

Anson Mccade; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally respected research and technology organisation is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead innovative projects using AI and machine learning. This role includes developing algorithms, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with various sectors including defence and space, primarily in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

10% bonus

Pension

Medical cover

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience required.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning and statistical signal processing.
• Strong Python skills with experience in AI frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Leading AI/ML research projects from concept to prototype.
• Developing algorithms for decision support.
• Mentoring junior staff and collaborating across teams.

Skills

Machine learning

Statistical signal processing

Python

NLP

Computer Vision

Time-series analysis

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

scikit-learn

Job description

Senior Data Scientist
££60,000 £75,000 GBP
Bonus
Hybrid WORKING
Location: United Kingdom (Greater London - Chelmsford) Type: Permanent

Senior Research Scientist - Data Science & Machine Learning

Chelmsford (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)
£60,000 - £75,000 + 10% Bonus
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for UK SC Clearance

A globally respected research and technology organisation is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join its advanced data and decision science capability. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI, machine learning, and statistical signal processing-delivering real impact across domains including national defence, space, and critical infrastructure.

As part of a multi-disciplinary innovation team, you'll contribute to the design of next-generation inference algorithms, apply AI/ML to time-series and sensor data, and help shape future technologies in areas such as distributed sensing, autonomy, radar, and RF systems. You'll also have opportunities to collaborate with academic institutions and lead the development of internal IP and demonstrators.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading AI/ML research projects from concept to prototype
• Developing algorithms for sequential data and decision support
• Collaborating across teams with specialisms in radar, sonar, NLP, CV, autonomy, LLMs, and more
• Mentoring junior staff and publishing/patenting innovative research
• Working directly with customers across defence, space, and security sectors

What we're looking for:

• PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
• Deep knowledge of machine learning and statistical signal processing
• Strong Python skills and familiarity with frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, and scikit-learn
• Experience working with time-series, sensor, or RF data
• Track record of delivering innovative solutions in complex technical domains

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, which typically requires at least 5 years of continuous UK residency.

Package:

• £60,000 - £75,000 base
• 10% bonus
• Pension
• Medical cover

To hear more about the Senior Research Scientist opportunity, get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade on 020 77806706.

Reference: AMC/CSM/RDS

Postcode: CM1 1HT

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