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# Data Scientist

- **Company:** Tesco PLC
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £38,000.0 - £57,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks
- **Published:** September 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f3a85a0f358a2422

## About the Role

* Previous experience working with Microsoft Fabric (or Databricks) to create and maintain AI/ML models
 * Experience working with large, complicated datasets.
 * An ability to manage own workload and re-prioritise when required.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent communication skills to share insights with technical and non-technical audiences.

And if you have any of these, even better

 * Experience within Financial Services, Banking, or a similarly regulated commercial environment is advantageous.

## Description

We're looking for a Data Scientist to join our Operational Excellence team at Tesco Insurance & Money Services.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing data function within our Claims business, where you'll use advanced analytics and insight to solve complex problems, improve customer outcomes, and drive meaningful business impact. If you're curious, innovative, and passionate about turning data into action, you'll thrive in our collaborative team environment while helping shape the future of our Claims operation.
What you'll be doing

 * Creation, maintenance and the continuous improvement of our new predictive models within our claims department.
 * You'll need to apply data science techniques to model customer behaviours to drive better decision making, a better customer journey, improved business outcomes and cost controls.
 * Adherence to our governance framework to keep our data safe.


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