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# Lead Data Scientist

- **Company:** Omnis Partners
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £90,000.0 - £120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2869964973-2

## About the Role

* Degree in a quantitative or technical field (e.g. Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering)
 * Strong Python skills with experience building machine learning models and scalable algorithms
 * Proven experience working with large, complex datasets to optimise performance and decision-making
 * Commercial experience applying data science in real-world environments, ideally within fast-paced or high-growth businesses
 * Ability to engage with stakeholders, translating technical outputs into business impact and value
 * Curious, proactive mindset with the adaptability to thrive in a rapidly evolving tech environment

## Description

Built by experienced founders, the company develops machine learning-driven software for e-commerce optimisation, helping clients reduce operational costs and improve performance at scale. With strong financial backing, they are scaling both their platform and technical teams at pace.

You'll join a high-performing data science team working closely with an accomplished Data Science Director, contributing to the design and deployment of impactful ML solutions in production.

This role is suited to a well-rounded Senior / Lead Data Scientist with strong modelling expertise-particularly in forecasting, time series analysis, and optimisation problems-who can drive insights that improve complex systems and predict demand accurately.

You'll be part of a talent-dense, fast-scaling environment where data science sits at the core of business strategy. The role offers strong ownership, technical challenge, and the opportunity to grow your career within an AI-led organisation.


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