Senior Data Scientist – AI for Security (Hybrid UK)

BAE Systems; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior Data Scientist in London. This role involves working on national security AI projects, leading technical initiatives, and collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in AI and machine learning, alongside experience in Python and various data analysis libraries. The position supports a hybrid work model, offering flexibility to balance personal and professional commitments.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits package

Company bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Diversity and support groups

Qualifications

• Experience with AI, machine learning, and statistics.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in a data science role in industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical AI projects and meet with users to scope out requirements.
• Work with ML engineers to build and deploy models using AWS.
• Present results of technical work to customers.

Skills

AI

Machine Learning

Statistics

Python

Data Analysis Libraries

Cloud Services (e.g. AWS)

Presenting Complex Concepts

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in Quantitative Discipline

Tools

pandas

numpy

scikit-learn

pytorch

transformers

statsmodels

pymc

Job description

A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior Data Scientist in London. This role involves working on national security AI projects, leading technical initiatives, and collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in AI and machine learning, alongside experience in Python and various data analysis libraries. The position supports a hybrid work model, offering flexibility to balance personal and professional commitments.