Senior Data Scientist - AI & Machine Learning

Roche
Welwyn, UK
8 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

A/B Testing Artificial Intelligence Data Analysis Continuous Integration Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning SQL Databases Feature Engineering Retrieval-Augmented Generation Generative AI Information Technology Machine Learning Operations

Job description

At Roche UK, we are transforming healthcare by embedding advanced AI and machine learning into the heart of our commercial and medical strategies., * Architect Enterprise AI: Lead the end-to-end development of advanced machine learning models, from exploratory data analysis and feature engineering to production deployment.

  • Drive Next-Gen Innovation: Prototype state-of-the-art AI solutions, including Generative AI, RAG systems, and predictive models to solve complex commercial and healthcare challenges.
  • Build Scalable Pipelines: Partner with data engineers and global IT teams to ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and integrated with CI/CD and MLOps standards.
  • Bridge Tech and Strategy: Translate complex algorithmic outputs and statistical concepts into clear, high-impact business strategies for senior stakeholders.
  • Advance Technical Excellence: Stay at the forefront of the evolving AI landscape (GenAI, ML, NLP) to keep our organization at the cutting edge.
  • Mentor and Guide: Act as a technical subject-matter expert, providing hands-on guidance on model selection and mentoring data science colleagues.

Requirements

You are a visionary technical practitioner who thrives on turning complex organizational challenges into robust, scalable data science solutions. You bring a strong analytical mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for using data to improve patient outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you bring:

  • Quantitative Foundation: Master’s or PhD degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related quantitative field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Deep Data Science Expertise: Proven professional experience building, deploying, and scaling machine learning models in Python, SQL, and modern AI frameworks.
  • Advanced Causal Inference & Modeling: Proven expertise in causal inference techniques (e.g., A/B testing, propensity score matching, synthetic controls) to isolate and measure true incremental business impact.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead complex data initiatives and collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
  • Stakeholder Impact: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value propositions.

Together, we’ll advance along the whole patient journey with the aspiration to prevent, stop, and cure diseases. Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and help us shape the future of healthcare!

About the company

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

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