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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Science Engineer - **Company:** Hippo Digital - **Location:** Manchester, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £57,500.0 - £66,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** A/B Testing, Amazon Web Services, Information Retrieval, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Recommender Systems, Azure Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Delivery Pipeline, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobs.service.gov.uk/jobs/6aa21b12ee4c2fabf6be1687/apply ## About the Role Extensive experience in Python and proficiency in other languages (e.g., SQL, R, Java). - Strong experience deploying and monitoring machine learning (MLOps) using tools such as MLflow, AWS Sagemaker, and Azure Machine Learning. - Proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable data science solutions. - Expertise in Data Manipulation, ML, and Statistical Analysis coding packages. - Strong experience in testing data models and Machine Learning Models. - Deep understanding of product delivery from requirements to desirable business outcomes. Desirable Experience - Demonstrable experience applying Natural Language Processing (NLP) to areas such as information retrieval. - Proven ability to design, build, and optimise recommender systems. - Strong experience in experimental design, including A/B testing and randomised control trials. ## Description Hippo is a rapidly growing digital consultancy passionate about building and delivering transformative digital solutions for a diverse range of Public and Private sector clients. We are recruiting for a Senior Data Science Engineer to support our mission. We work at the intersection of strategy, design, and technology to solve complex problems and create lasting value. Our collaborative and agile culture empowers our teams to make a genuine impact. As a Senior Data Science Engineer, you will play an important role in making Hippo the best Consultancy out there. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team combining data, design, product, delivery, analysis, and engineering to deliver bespoke digital services that make a positive and meaningful impact on organisations and society. We're confident in our abilities, authentic in our approach, and passionate about what we do. You will act as a Senior Consultant to deliver Data Science Engineering services to our clients. Senior Data Science Engineers are experienced practitioners who lead by example, ensuring technical excellence within squads and mentoring junior members of the engineering community. Our solutions empower our customers to build and support secure, scalable, and well-engineered systems beyond traditional boundaries that allow our customers to understand and get the most from their data and digital services. The Senior Data Science Engineer will be a key player and implementer in this. Please note we are looking for candidates who are looking for growth at the Senior level; therefore, the advertised salary band represents the entry point for this level, allowing for clear progression within the role, which we are very keen to support. Your Role in a Nutshell - Lead the production of user-centred data science solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices and business requirements. - Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders to design and deliver solutions to complex problems. - Develop and expand Data Science capabilities and support capability building within the organisation. - Manage machine learning deployment pipelines (MLOps) and resolve potential bottlenecks. - Mentor and coach other engineers to support their professional development. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Bringing the power of AI to your application.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1010-bringing-the-power-of-ai-to-your-application) - [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) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [DevOps for Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/179-devops-for-machine-learning) - [Beyond Autocomplete: Local AI Code Completion Demystified](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/961-beyond-autocomplete-local-ai-code-completion-demystified) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [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) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [MLops – Deploying, Maintaining And Evolving Machine Learning Models in Production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/115-mlops-deploying-maintaining-and-evolving-machine-learning-models-in-production) - [MLOps – What’s the deal behind it?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/125-mlops-what-s-the-deal-behind-it) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)