Head of Data Science

Intellect
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 105K

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
C++
Django
Python
Core Data

Job description

Data Scientist / Applied AI - Fintech Lending London / HybridWe're working with an exciting London-based fintech lender looking to hire a commercially minded Data Scientist / Applied AI professional to help turn a strong data foundation into real business insight, better decision-making and smarter internal processes.This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys solving real business problems with data, rather than sitting purely in a research-led environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership, helping shape how data science and AI can support pricing, customer understanding, process improvement and internal efficiency across the business.The business has already built strong core data foundations and is now looking for someone who can take that further - identifying opportunities, building solutions and delivering practical value.The role will involve:Using data to improve commercial decision-makingSupporting pricing analysis and helping the business better, A Fintech organisation based in London are on the lookout for a Senior Software Engineer in order to contribute to the development of the next iteration of their platform. They are seeking someone with keen proficiency in Python and Django primarily in the London area who..., Role: Lead Python Engineer (Hands-on Team Lead) Location: London - Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH) Salary: Up to130k base Industry: Fintech PlatformWe're working with a profitable, high-growth UK fintech building a platform used by wealth and advisory firms to..., C++ Developer / Technical Lead (Windows C / C++, C#) London to £115k FTC Are you a skilled C++ Developer with technical / team leadership skills looking for a new opportunity? You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on role at a global market data..., Role: Lead Python Engineer (Hands-on Team Lead) Location: London - Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH) Salary: Up to 130k base Industry: Fintech PlatformWe're working with a profitable, high-growth UK fintech building a platform used by wealth and advisory firms to...

Requirements

understand customer valueBuilding insight-driven solutions around customer behaviour and performanceIdentifying opportunities to improve internal processes through data and AILeveraging both traditional data science techniques and newer AI tools/workflows where appropriateWorking closely with the CTO, CEO and Head of Operations on business-critical problemsTaking ownership of problems from idea through to solutionWhat they're looking for:Around 3-5 years of commercial experience in Data Science / Applied AI / advanced analyticsStrong Python skillsSolid grounding in traditional data science and statistical thinkingExperience working with modern data environments / warehousesAbility to work independently and operate as a genuine self-starterStrong communication skills and the ability to engage with senior stakeholdersCommercial mindset - someone who enjoys solving business problems, not just technical onesFintech, lending, credit, risk or broader financial services experience would be highly beneficialIdeal profile: This role would suit someone who is likely in their second or third move and has already built strong hands-on experience in a commercial environment. The ideal person will be technically strong, curious, pragmatic and excited by the chance to shape how data science and AI are used in a growing fintech business.Why this role?Opportunity to work directly with senior leadershipChance to help define and build the data science capability in a scaling businessReal ownership and visibilityStrong blend of commercial impact, technical challenge and autonomyOpportunity to work on meaningful problems in a data-rich fintech environmentIf this sounds of interest, please apply or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation. Similar jobs

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