Data Scientist

Description

Aiimi is seeking a Data Scientist to join our consulting department and to work directly with one of our clients. You will work closely with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand complex problems, architect scalable models, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. 
 
Please be aware that this is a client-facing role, which will see the successful candidate work on-site 5 days per week in Derby, and will require UK Security Clearance eligibility due to the sensitive nature of the work.

Requirements

Essential:

• A degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related discipline, or equivalent academic experience.
• Experience in data science or related fields. 
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, or similar programming languages. 
• Experience with machine learning, statistical modelling (including time series analysis), and data mining techniques.
• Expertise in data wrangling, feature engineering, and working with large, complex datasets. 
• Experience deploying models to production and knowledge of MLOps practices. 
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. 
• Eligible for security clearance.

 Desirable:

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related discipline. 
• Experience in a consultancy environment or working with clients.
• Experience with data engineering workflows. 
• Familiarity with big data tools and technologies.
• Relevant certifications in data science.