Senior Data Scientist

Harnham; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop innovative credit risk models. This role requires strong Python and machine learning skills, a STEM degree, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing financial products through data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Strong Python experience and knowledge of ML techniques required.
• Strong educational background from a top university in a STEM subject.
• Proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine credit risk models using state-of-the-art ML techniques.
• Translate business challenges into data-driven solutions.
• Deploy and monitor models autonomously.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning Techniques

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

STEM degree from a top university

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Building Data Science and Machine Learning Teams in the UK | The Talent Driving The Data and AI Revolution

Data Scientist/Senior Data Scientist - Credit Risk

London – Hybrid

Up to £80,000 + Benefits

Our client is a high-growth fintech revolutionising consumer finance through cutting-edge technology and data science. Backed by top investors and consistently rated as a market leader, they are transforming the way loans, credit cards, and financial products are delivered - offering customers faster, more transparent, and seamless experiences.

As a Senior Data Scientist, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing proprietary risk models that drive strategic decision-making and product innovation. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll apply advanced machine learning techniques to improve underwriting quality and enhance financial product offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and refine credit risk models using state-of-the-art ML techniques.
• Translate business challenges into data-driven solutions.
• Deploy and monitor models autonomously, without reliance on a separate ML engineering team.
• Clearly communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong Python experience, with knowledge of ML techniques.
• Familiarity with non linear modelling.
• Strong educational background from a top university in a STEM subject
• A proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Interest in ML engineering and data engineering.

If this role looks of interest to you, please apply below, or reach out to Joseph Gregory

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Science, and Engineering

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