Data Scientist

Field Sales Solutions
Thame, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Thame, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Data analysis
Python
Machine Learning
Power BI
SQL Databases
Data Processing
Feature Engineering
Microsoft Fabric
PySpark
Information Technology
Azure
Databricks

Job description

We're looking for a Data Scientist to support the build and launch of our new Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse and machine learning platform. Ideal for a Junior+ / early Mid-level DS ready to take on more responsibility and deliver real production outcomes.

What you'll do:

  • Build, test, and refine machine learning models for:
  • Activity uplift and impact measurement
  • ROI and value attributin
  • Predictive frecasting
  • Anmaly detection and alerting
  • Develop training and scoring datasets in collaboration with Data Engineers, ensuring data quality and consistency within the Delta Lakehouse.
  • Perform feature engineering and help create analytics-ready Silver and Gold datasets.
  • Validate model outputs using appropriate statistical and ML evaluation techniques.
  • Conduct experimentation using Fabric Notebooks (Python / PySpark) and AutoML where suitable.
  • Work with BI developers to ensure model outputs flow cleanly into Power BI dashboards and reporting layers.
  • Support embedding of models into production workflows, including scoring, refresh routines, and light-touch monitoring.
  • Produce clear, structured documentation covering model logic, assumptions, limitations, and operational guidance.
  • Participate in delivery planning and backlog refinement; work under guidance while taking ownership of defined deliverables.
  • Assist with knowledge transfer to internal platform, reporting, and operational teams.

Requirements

Do you have a valid Driving Licence license?, Do you have experience in SQL?, * Commercial experience as a Data Scientist, Junior DS, or advanced Data Analyst (or relevant training).

  • Strong grounding in statistics and applied analytics.
  • Experience building regression, classification, forecasting, or anomaly detection models.
  • Practical experience using Python for data analysis and modelling.
  • Ability to work with structured business data (e.g. sales, operational or transactional datasets).
  • Strong SQL skills for data exploration and validation.
  • Ability to communicate analytical results clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proactive, delivery-focused mindset with willingness to grow technical capability., * Exposure to cloud analytics platforms or Lakehouse environments (e.g., Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Synapse).
  • Familiarity with notebooks, experimentation workflows, or AutoML.
  • Basic understanding of PySpark or scalable data processing.
  • Experience contributing to BI-delivered analytics or embedded model outputs.
  • Understanding of causal or quasi-experimental techniques (e.g., pre/post analysis, matched controls).
  • Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Apply today!

You must be eligible to work in the UK and have a full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits & conditions

Live our company values:

  • Partnership - We are transparent, open, and work together with our clients and colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • Return - We drive and evaluate all activity by identifying and delivering a positive ROI.
  • Ownership - We understand our role and have a sense of purpose and accountability in everything we do.
  • Upstanding - We are honest, reliable, and ethical in all we do, showing professionalism and integrity always.
  • Determined - we know that success requires perseverance, and we are driven to achieve.

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