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# Associate Data Scientist

- **Company:** Lorien
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Cleansing, Information Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Tensorflow, Data Processing, Codebase, Data Pipelines, Docker
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/gb/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-15931CAA92BEE3DEE4/

## About the Role

We're looking for a Data Scientist with circa 2-3 years' experience to join a growing data science team. This is a hands-on role where you'll apply your skills to real-world problems, working alongside experienced practitioners and contributing to meaningful, production-focused work., Essential:

 * ~2-3 years' experience in Data Science or a similar analytical role
 * Strong Python skills and experience working in shared codebases
 * Experience with data science/ML frameworks
 * Solid understanding of data preparation, analysis and modelling
 * Ability to translate data insights into practical outcomes
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills
 * Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and challenge assumptions

Nice to have:

 * Experience with Docker/containerised environments
 * Understanding of data engineering workflows
 * Experience working in product or engineering-led teams

Why join?

 * Work on real, impactful data problems (not just experimentation)
 * Learn from experienced data scientists in a collaborative environment
 * Exposure to varied projects and modern data practices.

## Description

* Writing and maintaining Python code for data processing, analysis and modelling
 * Working with real-world datasets (cleaning, validation and exploration)
 * Contributing to data pipelines and supporting data engineering tasks
 * Collaborating with senior data scientists and engineers across multiple projects
 * Communicating insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Supporting responsible, ethical and compliant use of data