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# Senior Data Scientist

- **Company:** Craneware
- **Location:** Edinburgh, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Data Infrastructure, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Management of Software Versions, Cloud Platform System, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Git, Deployment Automation, Data Analytics, Qlikview, Machine Learning Operations, Software Version Control
- **Published:** May 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=35e1f714d1905716

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Tableau?, * Significant hands-on experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong track record of delivering measurable business or product impact

 * A degree in a computational or quantitative discipline such as Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field
 * Strong programming skills in Python or R, alongside solid experience using SQL and working with relational and large-scale data sets
 * Deep expertise in statistical modelling and machine learning, with practical experience taking models into production
 * Experience designing and applying generative AI solutions, including working with large language models (LLMs) and prompt engineering
 * Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, or similar
 * Experience working in cloud environments, ideally Microsoft Azure, with an understanding of modern data platforms
 * A good understanding of MLOps practices, including versioning, monitoring, and automated deployment pipelines
 * Experience working in Agile, CI/CD-driven engineering environments and using ALM and source control tools (e.g. Jira, Azure DevOps, Git)
 * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and adapt messaging to different audiences
 * A proactive, self-motivated approach with the confidence to influence, collaborate, and continuously improve technical processes
 * Experience working with healthcare, medical, or claims data is highly desirable

## Description

As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll join a collaborative, highly skilled team that values strong technical foundations, thoughtful problem-solving, and responsible innovation. From improving existing products to helping catalyse new, data-driven solutions, the team is constantly exploring how modern data science and generative AI can deliver measurable impact for healthcare providers.
You Will Be

 * Designing and developing high-quality, scalable analytics and AI solutions, including machine learning models and generative AI applications
 * Applying advanced statistical modelling and modern data science techniques to solve complex, high-impact problems
 * Working closely with Engineering, Product, and Business stakeholders to embed data science solutions into production systems
 * Championing data science best practices across the organisation, from model governance and validation through to responsible AI use
 * Reviewing and contributing to production-level code, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with development standards
 * Keeping up to date with emerging technologies and techniques to drive continuous innovation
 * Mentoring and supporting junior data scientists and analysts, helping shape technical growth and consistent ways of working
 * Translating complex analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences


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