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# Data Scientist (Remote)

- **Company:** Sanderson Recruitment Plc
- **Location:** Bristol, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £130,000.0 - £145,600.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Pair Programming, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Pyspark, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Databricks
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb30e7be11f55c52e82ba46bb50581f551

## About the Role

* Strong experience in Python, PySpark, and exploratory data analysis
 * Experience working with Palantir platforms (including FDP)
 * Familiarity with BI and data platforms such as Redshift, Databricks, or equivalent
 * Ability to work independently and proactively within Agile teams
 * Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (including UCD)
 * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
 * Understanding of modern engineering practices (DevSecOps, CI/CD, TDD)

Desirable

 * Experience working with UK healthcare data / NHS datasets

Additional Requirements

 * Must be a UK National with at least 5 years of continuous UK residency
 * Must be eligible for BPSS clearance

## Description

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join a high-impact programme, helping to develop data-driven insights, dashboards, and reporting products for a large-scale service.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern data environment, applying advanced analytics and data exploration techniques to support informed decision-making.
The Role
You will be responsible for exploring and analysing complex datasets, developing robust data assets, and ensuring high-quality outputs for reporting and visualisation.
You'll work within an Agile, multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with Engineers, Analysts, and UCD professionals., * Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to generate insights and inform decision-making

 * Develop and test datasets for dashboards and reporting products
 * Work with engineering teams to define data pipeline requirements
 * Identify and mitigate data quality risks
 * Collaborate within an Agile environment to deliver high-quality outputs
 * Contribute to best practices including DevSecOps, TDD, and CI/CD
 * Participate in pair programming and follow collaborative coding standards


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