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# Associate Data Scientist

- **Company:** Vitality
- **Location:** Bournemouth, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Deployment, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Generative AI, Build Management, Virtual Agents
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f7c4d58907bfa4ea

## About the Role

* Proven Python Development
 * Demonstrated Machine Learning Foundations
 * Emerging Generative AI Expertise, * STEM degree or equivalent foundation in data science
 * Demonstrable passion for AI and emerging technologies
 * Python programming capability
 * Understanding of machine learning principles and techniques
 * Exposure to Generative AI applications and tools
 * Collaborative approach with cross-functional teams
 * Willingness to learn from experienced data science professionals
 * Curiosity to explore new AI frameworks and innovations
 * Interest in cloud-based technologies and AI deployment
 * Commitment to continuous professional development and growth within AI engineering

## Description

We are looking for an Associate Data Scientist (AI Engineer) to help develop and deliver AI solutions across the insurance value chain. Working as part of a growing Data Science team, you'll collaborate with data scientists, engineers and business stakeholders to build machine learning models, GenAI applications, AI assistants and customer-facing tools. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of AI initiatives, develop practical experience in deploying solutions at scale and contribute to projects that create measurable impact across the business.

Key Actions

 * Contribute to gathering and defining requirements for new AI solutions
 * Design, build and deploy AI-driven applications across the insurance value chain
 * Develop machine learning and Generative AI models to address business challenges
 * Support the delivery of AI Assistants, RAG solutions and voice-enabled platforms
 * Collaborate with data engineers, software engineers, architects and business stakeholders
 * Integrate AI applications with enterprise systems and cloud-based technologies
 * Optimise models and applications for performance, scalability and cost efficiency
 * Develop, test and maintain solutions using Python and modern AI frameworks
 * Research emerging AI technologies and apply relevant innovations to business use cases
 * Work closely with senior data scientists to support project delivery and professional development
 * Contribute to the continuous improvement of AI engineering standards and best practices
 * Support the deployment and monitoring of AI applications on Google Cloud Platform


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