Senior Data Scientist - Remote, Build Data Platform

SF Recruitment; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to establish and lead their data science capabilities. As their first permanent hire, you will build models and dashboards using financial data, influencing the company's data strategy. The role offers autonomy, a direct line to C-suite leadership, and the opportunity to shape the data function from the ground up. Candidates should have strong skills in Python, SQL, and Databricks and thrive in a startup environment. Fully remote work is available.

Benefits

Benefits package

Autonomy in role

Opportunity for ownership and growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Scientist in fintech or regulated environments.
• Proficient in Python, SQL, and Databricks.
• Ability to build predictive models and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale data science foundations in Databricks.
• Create models and scorecards using financial data.
• Design reporting dashboards for business insights.
• Collaborate with various teams for data application.

Skills

Python

SQL

Databricks

Data Science

Predictive modeling

Dashboards/MI

Job description

A leading fintech company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to establish and lead their data science capabilities. As their first permanent hire, you will build models and dashboards using financial data, influencing the company's data strategy. The role offers autonomy, a direct line to C-suite leadership, and the opportunity to shape the data function from the ground up. Candidates should have strong skills in Python, SQL, and Databricks and thrive in a startup environment. Fully remote work is available.