• Role: Lead Data Scientist 
• Location: Bristol | Hybrid – 3 days WFH a week
• Role Type: Permanent
• Salary: Around £80k - £85k, depending on experience

Role Description:

Join our esteemed client’s Data Science team for an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative organisation at the forefront of applied data science and technology, they are seeking 5 Data Scientists in total to form a new team, with Lead, Senior & Consultant Data Scientist positions available.

About the Client:

Based in Bristol, the client is a dynamic data science and technology company. Acquired by the biggest & most influential player in their sphere in 2020, they retain their independent identity while accessing a wealth of opportunities within the broader parent’s ecosystem. As a leader in data-driven decision support for the UK Defence, Commercial, and Public sectors, they specialise in engineering, logistics supply chain, finance, and personnel. 

Role Overview:

As a Data Scientist you will work across diverse projects in a multi-disciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Managing the data science team, planning projects and building analytics models.
• Translating business challenges into testable hypotheses and conducting detailed analysis. 
• Applying advanced machine learning techniques and delivering actionable insights. 
• Engaging in projects ranging from data exploration and visualisation to building algorithms for integration into software and creating data pipelines. 
• Exploring and adopting new tools and methodologies in secure customer environments. 

Required Skills and Experience:

• A degree or equivalent practical experience in a numerate field (e.g., maths, physics, economics, or engineering). 
• Proficiency in statistical and machine learning techniques for complex datasets. 
• Strong programming and data handling skills, particularly in Python or similar languages. 
• Proven experience in developing data science solutions from proof of concept to implementation. 
• Expertise in deep learning, neural networks, and working with unstructured data (e.g., text, images, video). 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. 
• Experience in managing and coordinating data science teams and projects.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Python frameworks such as Django or Flask. 
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure preparation. 
• Knowledge of Agile project methodologies. 
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle). 
• Defence industry experience. 
• Competence in BI tools such as PowerBI or Tableau. 
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD development practices. 

Rewards and Benefits: Our client values hard work and believes in rewarding it, their comprehensive benefits include: 

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses. 
• Contributory pension scheme. 
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Life insurance (6x salary). 
• Share Incentive Plan. 
• Generous sick pay. 
• Enhanced parental leave benefits. 
• Flex Benefit programme. 
• Regular team socials and perks such as free daily fruit at the office. 

Security Clearance: Given the nature of some of the work involved, the ability to obtain Security Clearance is essential, as well as having a British Passport

Indotronix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.