Data Science Practitioner (140067-1)

Data Science Practitioner – AI & Data Team

An exciting opportunity has opened within our AI & Data team for a talented Data Science Practitioner to support a major financial services project within the Glasgow/Bournemouth Delivery Unit. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact initiatives that shape decision-making across a large, global organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing, developing, and delivering AI/ML-based decision-making frameworks and models that drive measurable business outcomes.

• Evaluating and articulating the value of AI/ML solutions to stakeholders.

• Acting as a subject matter expert while guiding and supporting a high-performing team.

• Leading team decisions, collaborating across multiple groups, and contributing to strategic technical direction.

• Building innovative AI/ML models that enhance insights and operational efficiency.

• Integrating AI/ML solutions into existing systems and workflows in partnership with cross-functional teams.

• Conducting rigorous assessments of AI/ML frameworks to ensure alignment with business objectives.

• Staying current with emerging trends in AI/ML to continuously improve solution quality.

• Mentoring team members on best practices in machine learning, data science, and model development.

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced proficiency in Machine Learning (P3 – Advanced).

• Strong experience in Data Science, with the ability to design and evaluate complex models.

• Intermediate experience with Amazon SageMaker.

• Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Model Context Protocol (MCP).

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence decisions across multiple teams.

• Strong communication skills and the confidence to act as a technical leader.