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# Data Scientist

- **Company:** gb
Heathrow Airport
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Model Validation
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/data-scientist/heathrow-airport-job108077986

## About the Role

* Applied experience of statistical modelling, machine learning and data science methods.
 * Practical experience using Python or R, SQL and relevant cloud-based analytics tools.
 * Ability to use data science methods to address business questions and produce measurable outcomes.
 * Understanding of data governance, model risk, data protection and security requirements.
 * Ability to explain technical information clearly to people with different levels of technical knowledge.
 * A degree, equivalent learning or relevant practical experience in a quantitative subject.

Desirable

 * Experience of working with specialist data or analytics suppliers.
 * Experience of delivering data science solutions in a complex organisation.

## Description

As a Data Scientist at Heathrow, you'll develop analytical models and data science solutions that improve airport operations and inform business decisions.

You'll apply statistical methods, machine learning and data analysis to varied business challenges. Your work will help teams across Customer, Operations, Corporate and Technology make effective use of data. You'll also help ensure solutions are secure, well governed and designed to deliver measurable value.

Principal Accountabilities

 * Develop and maintain statistical, machine learning and predictive models that address business needs.
 * Turn complex data into clear insights and practical recommendations for airport operations.
 * Assess model performance, data quality and analytical bias, taking action where risks are identified.
 * Prepare evidence for data science investment proposals, including expected benefits and measures of success.
 * Work with internal teams and specialist suppliers to deliver effective solutions within agreed budgets and standards., Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way whilst ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow. Working arrangements vary from team to team and will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You'll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow.