Senior Data Scientist (Aviation & Defence) - Remote

Astellas Pharma; Totnes; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the aviation and defence sector is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team. In this role, you will develop advanced statistical models and work on large-scale projects, primarily in aviation and defence. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in Python and SQL, and be able to deliver production-ready solutions. The position offers a competitive salary up to £80,000, along with additional benefits such as a bonus and training budget.

Benefits

Salary up to £80,000

Bonus and 5% pension contribution

Training budget

Work abroad for 4 weeks per year

5 charity days per year

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
• Advanced statistical knowledge and experience developing computational models.
• Experience partnering with software engineers and delivering production-ready solutions.
• Ability to obtain or hold SC Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced statistical models and computational algorithms.
• Build and maintain data pipelines in Python, ingest, manipulate, and analyze large datasets.
• Collaborate with software engineers to translate analytical insights into product features.
• Produce production-ready solutions for aviation and defence projects.

Skills

Python

SQL

Statistical analysis

Computational modeling

Data pipeline development

Education

Degree in a relevant mathematical, statistical, or engineering discipline

Job description

A technology company in the aviation and defence sector is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team. In this role, you will develop advanced statistical models and work on large-scale projects, primarily in aviation and defence. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in Python and SQL, and be able to deliver production-ready solutions. The position offers a competitive salary up to £80,000, along with additional benefits such as a bonus and training budget.