Senior Data Scientist - 12 Month FTC

Ocado Logistics; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Wellbeing support

Generous leave

Pension plan

Private medical cover

Family-friendly policies

Financial aid (train tickets)

Shuttle services

Share schemes

Shopping perks

Financial protection

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is recruiting a Senior Data Scientist in Hatfield for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will consolidate disparate data sources, apply advanced statistical analysis and ML models, and deliver actionable insights to reduce order damages and drive strategic decisions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor peers while delivering high-quality outputs. Key responsibilities include data querying with SQL/Python, defining business metrics, producing

Qualifications

• This role requires extensive experience with SQL and Python.
• Experience in developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Strong stakeholder and business partner management skills.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced data environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead data science projects with clear scope, approach, and outputs.
• Develop and coach other data scientists on the team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand needs and constraints.
• Query data using SQL and Python for insight extraction.
• Build and evaluate ML models to inform decisions.
• Create data visualisations and reports for stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

Machine learning models

Stakeholder management

Data environment experience

Job description

Senior Data Scientist | Hatfield | Hybrid

Job Description

Why Ocado?

Here at Ocado Logistics it's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing ground-breaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good.

Please note: Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About The Role

We wouldn't be able to positively impact the way the world shops without our passionate team members - who keep our business running, our vans delivering, our customers' products picked and packed and our proprietary technology operating at optimum levels. Both behind the scenes within the warehouses and across the front end of the customer experience which means we now have an opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to join the Team on a 12 month FTC.

This role forms part of the Ocado Logistics' Data Science team and will support the Customer Experience team, focusing on a high-impact project to investigate and mitigate order damages (such as crushing and spillages) that impact NPS and drive refund volumes. On this fixed-term contract, the successful candidate will consolidate disparate data sources, bridge existing tracking gaps, and apply advanced statistical analysis and machine learning models to identify key drivers to establish root cause causation and deliver corrective actions. Insights will directly inform strategic decision-making on where to prioritise future operational investments.

You will be

• Accountable for project scope, delivery approach and project outputs, including appropriate timeliness and quality.


• Develop other data scientists around you into more capable and experienced people.


• Collaborate with other teams to understand stakeholder needs well and find ways to meet them within the given technical constraints.


• Query data using SQL and other appropriate data manipulation tools.


• Explore available data leveraging Python expertise to answer complex business questions.


• Define sensible business metrics for complex business problems.


• Apply sophisticated statistical techniques, and advise as to scientific best practice.


• Perform detailed data visualisations.


• Produce reports and presentations for stakeholder and use data to influence decisions.


• Responsible for implementing complex algorithms within your area of expertise.


• Develop and iterate prototype solutions in line with your team's standards.

About You

• Extensive experience of working with both SQL and Python.


• Experience of developing and deploying machine learning models.


• Strong stakeholder and business partner management. Have used data to make recommendations and influence.


• Have worked in a high volume, fast paced data environment.

What You Can Expect To Receive In Return

At Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you'll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes includes a healthy work-life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.

Join Ocado Logistics today and become a part of a culture that wholeheartedly values and supports your well-being throughout every stage of your career.

Flexible Work

Enjoy 30 days of 'work from anywhere' policy for a balanced life.

Wellbeing Support

Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme for holistic well-being.

Generous Leave

Begin with 25 days, growing to 27 after 5 years, with an option to buy more.

Pension Plan

Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.

Private Medical Cover

Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance.

Family-Friendly

We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave.

Financial Aid

Get interest-free train tickets and join our Cycle to Work Scheme.

Shuttle Services

Convenient free shuttle buses connect you to work.

Share Schemes

Join exciting share plans to participate in our success.

Shopping Perks

Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com and savings at popular retailers and restaurants.

Financial Protection

We offer Income Protection and Life Insurance for financial security.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.