Senior Data Scientist (MLOps, AWS, Python) – Retail – Hybrid

Senior Data Scientist (MLOps, AWS, Python) – FMCG/Retail – London/Hybrid
Day rate: £700 – £900 (inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Start: Now

My new client is looking for a Senior or Principal Data Scientist with strong experience in machine learning, statistical modelling, and production-level ML systems. Must have experience building and shipping production-level ML pipelines in some cloud platform and writing production level code, working closely with Engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and deploy ML models and statistical analyses, including time series forecasting, clustering, and econometrics
2. Design and implement production-grade ML pipelines using modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
3. Write clean, maintainable Python code and performant SQL for data wrangling, analysis, and model deployment
4. Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to scale models and insights into production environments
5. Take technical ownership of projects, mentor junior team members, and influence data science best practices

Requirements:

1. 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong portfolio of real-world projects
2. Expertise in machine learning and statistical modelling techniques (time series, clustering, econometrics preferred)
3. Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
4. Comfortable working in engineering-focused teams and writing production-level code

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

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