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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** Pay UK - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Programming Tools, Payment Systems, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Model Validation, Feature Selection - **Published:** October 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=13925964ed7f7041 ## About the Role * Professional experience in a Data Scientist role, with responsibility for delivering analysis and predictive or statistical models. * Solid applied experience using Python and SQL to extract, prepare, analyze, and model data. * Solid grounding in statistics and machine learning, with the ability to choose and evaluate suitable methods for real business questions. * Experience presenting technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences through reports, visualisations or presentations. * Experience working with large, complex datasets and applying clear quality checks, documentation and validation methods. Pay.UK Behaviours ## Description We are looking for a specialist who enjoys turning complex data into clear insight, practical models and well-structured analysis. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, using evidence to support decisions, improve understanding and help us develop our data capability in a way that is thoughtful, transparent and useful., * Analyse large and complex datasets to identify patterns, trends and risks relevant to Pay.UK's services and operations. * Build, test and refine statistical and machine learning models that support better forecasting, monitoring and decision-making. * Prepare clear visualisations, reports and presentations that explain methods, findings and limitations in a straightforward way. * Work with colleagues across business and technical teams to define data questions, shape analytical approaches and agree practical outputs. * Translate business problems into structured analytical tasks, including data preparation, feature selection and model evaluation. * Improve data quality and analytical processes by documenting methods, validating outputs and supporting good data practice. * Use SQL and programming tools to extract, clean and transform data from multiple sources for analysis and modelling. * Support the development of Pay.UK's wider data and AI capability by contributing to repeatable methods, standards and shared learning., At Pay.UK, our behaviours are central to who we are and how we operate. They bring our values to life, shape our culture, and guide how we make decisions, collaborate, and respond to challenges across the payments ecosystem. All interview processes will assess the following behaviours: * Listen to Find Win-Wins - Empathy, Listening and Understanding * Influence with Courage - Influence, Courage * Go Horizontal First - Cross Boundary Collaboration * Take Ownership - Self Development * Opportunity Mindset - Initiative * Simplify - Achievement Orientation Inclusivity At Pay.UK, we value diversity and inclusivity. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the requirements listed. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of how closely their skills and experience match the requirements. We are committed to supporting accessibility needs and creating a welcoming environment for all employees. Become part of our team and contribute to the creation of an inclusive work environment that values everyone's unique input. Who we are Pay.UK is the recognised operator and standards body for the UK's interbank retail payment systems. We provide the infrastructure and services that millions of people and businesses rely on every day, including Bacs, Faster Payments and the Image Clearing System for cheques, the Current Account Switch Service and Confirmation of Payee. Together, these services help keep money moving safely, securely and reliably across the UK and play an important role in supporting the economy. In 2025, the UK's retail payment systems processed more than 12.5 billion transactions worth over £11 trillion. Since its launch in 2013, the Current Account Switch Service has successfully helped consumers and businesses switch more than 12 million current accounts. These services help people receive their salaries, pay their bills, make payments and manage their finances with confidence. Our purpose is to provide the trusted infrastructure, standards and services that underpin UK retail payments. We deliver safe, resilient and efficient payment systems while working collaboratively with industry, regulators and stakeholders to strengthen resilience, tackle fraud, improve access and support innovation across the payments landscape. As the ecosystem evolves, we are continuing to develop our capabilities in areas such as data and AI, enhancing operational insight and helping to build a modern, trusted payments ecosystem.