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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Science Manager - **Company:** National Grid - **Location:** Warwick Bridge, UK - **Salary:** £78,000.0 - £91,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Azure, Computer Programming, Data Visualization, Linux, GIS Applications, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Power BI, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Cloud Platform System, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/10181069/data-science-manager/ ## About the Role * Demonstrable experience in Data Science, ideally with exposure to the utility or energy sector. * Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop Data Scientists, guiding teams to deliver high quality, impactful work. * Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to work effectively with end users, peers, and senior leaders. * A knack for making the complex simple, translating technical concepts into clear business insights and recommendations. * Fluency in Data Science techniques across statistics, machine learning, and GenAI. * Strong programming skills in Python and SQL, with the ability to build reliable, scalable solutions. * Experience working in cloud environments on Linux and/or Windows platforms (Azure experience is a plus) * A strong track record delivering the full lifecycle of Data Science products and projects. * Experience working within regulated utility environments. * Experimental design experience and a hypothesis driven mindset. * Familiarity with interactive visualisation tools (Power BI a plus). * Knowledge of GIS tools, such as ArcGIS ## Description As a Data Science Manager at National Grid, you'll lead a high performing team while staying hands on - delivering impactful projects, building AI models, coding, and turning data into clear, actionable insights. You'll work in a fast paced, collaborative environment where the challenges are varied, the problems are complex, and the work directly supports the energy transition and the millions of people who rely on us every day. Our Data Science teams transform diverse data sources into meaningful intelligence that drives decision making across the organisation. Success in this role means working cross functionally, thriving in agile teams, and bringing strong skills in: * Statistical and probabilistic analysis * Programming and software development * Data visualisation and clear communication If you're motivated by meaningful impact and enjoy solving complex problems with data, this role offers the opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a real difference. What You'll Do * Lead and inspire a team of talented Data Scientists, helping them grow their skills while driving high impact work across the organisation. * Build advanced analytics and AI solutions using machine learning, statistical modelling, forecasting, and simulation techniques to solve complex, real world challenges. * Unlock the power of data by bringing together information from multiple sources and formats, creating robust datasets that fuel insight and innovation. * Drive and deliver projects that span the entire enterprise - collaborating across the UK and US, and partnering with teams in Gas, Electric, and all major support functions. * Stay curious and keep pushing boundaries - we're constantly exploring new ideas, new technologies, and new ways to shape the future of energy through data. ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)