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# Data Scientists (SC Cleared)

- **Company:** Experis
- **Location:** Cheltenham, UK
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Tensorflow, Pytorch, Scikit Learn, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** June 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://computerjobs.com/gb/en/mob/job/6354A5E4FA439D46EA

## About the Role

* Strong experience in applied data science, machine learning or AI
 * Hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow or sklearn
 * Experience working with NLP or advanced analytics (desirable)
 * Ability to move from research and prototyping into production environments
 * A mindset suited to experimentation, innovation, and continuous learning

Security Requirements

 * Active SC (Security Check) clearance is required
 * Must be a UK Sole National due to the nature of the work and client requirements

## Description

Applied Data Scientist - AI & National Security Programme

Cheltenham Area - on site
The Opportunity

We are seeking talented Applied Data Scientists to join a cutting-edge programme, supporting UK intelligence clients.

You will be part of a programme focused on artificial intelligence, machine learning, advanced analytics, and modern cloud-native technologies within a highly secure environment.
What You'll Be Doing

As an Applied Data Scientist, you will:

 * Work on complex challenges across AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning
 * Build, train and deploy models using tools such as:
 + PyTorch
 + TensorFlow
 + scikit-learn
 * Apply modern data science techniques to real-world, mission-critical problems
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy scalable solutions using cloud-based tooling

The Environment

You'll be operating within an AI Lab-style model, where:

 * Teams are encouraged to experiment, prototype, and explore emerging technologies
 * Requirements evolve-flexibility and curiosity are key
 * Innovation is prioritised over maintaining Legacy systems
 * New ideas are actively tested and adopted

This workstream is expected to be one of the most advanced and technically exciting areas within the programme, offering the opportunity to push the boundaries of applied AI in a real-world setting.
What We're Looking For

 * Strong experience in applied data science, machine learning or AI
 * Hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow or sklearn
 * Experience working with NLP or advanced analytics (desirable)
 * Ability to move from research and prototyping into production environments
 * A mindset suited to experimentation, innovation, and continuous learning

Security Requirements

 * Active SC (Security Check) clearance is required
 * Must be a UK Sole National due to the nature of the work and client requirements

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.


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