> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2175820-data-scientist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2175820-data-scientist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** Aflac Northern Ireland - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Salary:** £56,203.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Data Discovery, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Large Language Models, Model Validation, Generative AI, AI Platforms, Machine Learning Operations, Virtual Agents - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5852580814 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree. Comparable commercial experience may also be considered. * Experience programming in Python. * Understanding and application of statistical methods and data analysis techniques. * Experience developing, evaluating and applying machine learning models to solve business problems. * Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques, such as classification, regression, clustering and anomaly detection. * Good understanding of model evaluation, validation techniques and performance metrics for AI/ML solutions. * Familiarity with a variety of structured and unstructured data sources. * Experience with cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure or GCP). * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Good understanding of research and product development. * Experience of, or a strong willingness to learn, new technologies and approaches. * Applicants must be located in Northern Ireland and hold the relevant right to work status. We are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship Desirable * MSc or PhD in a STEM discipline. * Experience with Generative AI solutions and Large Language Models (LLMs). * Experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). * Experience with Agentic AI frameworks and workflows. * Experience with AI/MLOps architectures. * Experience with AWS AI services (SageMaker, Bedrock, AgentCore). * Experience working and collaborating in teams, particularly within data-focused environments. * Experience of stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering. * Experience deploying, testing and monitoring ML models in production. * Experience contributing to AI-driven product development, experimentation and innovation initiatives. ## Description We are expanding our team at the leading edge of data science & analytics, and we are looking for a dynamic, inquisitive individual to help us grow our expertise. We want a collaborative individual to help further enhance our data practice, working to turn research and experimentation into actual beneficial outcomes for our customers and business. If that sounds like you then keep on reading. Our Data Science team leads on exploring new insights from our data that benefit Aflac's customers, providing the building blocks for new products, benefits, and offerings within the supplemental health insurance industry. The team are involved with data discovery, analytics and model development which contributes to the consolidation and enrichment of our existing data. If you have a passion for Data Science, this is a rare opportunity to use your expertise to help shape the ongoing success of this team. Working on some of the biggest problems for the company, the team operates with the freedom to explore, develop, and learn new insights. 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