Lead Data Scientist (AI)

Initialize IT
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Generative AI
Information Technology

Job description

Lead Data Scientist (AI) - Hybrid/West London/Hounslow - £727 - 819

Skills/experience

  • PhD or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in data science and artificial intelligence, with a proven record of leading high-impact AI projects and teams.
  • Expertise in establishing and maintaining rigorous quality assurance frameworks for Data Science initiatives.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distil complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Proven ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and translating technical insights into business value.
  • Experience in AI governance, ethical frameworks, and regulatory compliance.

Skills:

  • Advanced proficiency in data science techniques, including machine learning, optimisation, simulation, deep learning, and generative AI.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the mathematical foundations underpinning AI algorithms.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
  • Ability to translate technical outputs into clear, business-aligned insights.
  • Commitment to responsible and transparent AI development and deployment.

Role

  • Lead and manage the Data Science team, driving the conception, development, and deployment of robust AI solutions tailored to business needs.
  • Act as the primary authority for AI work, accountable for quality, impact and relevance of all Data Science deliverables at the location.
  • Collaborate closely with the Principal Data Scientist and the Lead Data Scientist to ensure consistent standards and alignment of AI initiatives across both sites.
  • Engage with key business stakeholders and cross-functional teams, translating complex technical concepts into actionable business insights and ensuring solutions are understood and endorsed.
  • Maintain rigorous quality assurance and governance protocols for all AI projects, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.

Requirements

  • PhD or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in data science and artificial intelligence, with a proven record of leading high-impact AI projects and teams.
  • Expertise in establishing and maintaining rigorous quality assurance frameworks for Data Science initiatives.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distil complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Proven ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and translating technical insights into business value.
  • Experience in AI governance, ethical frameworks, and regulatory compliance.

Skills:

  • Advanced proficiency in data science techniques, including machine learning, optimisation, simulation, deep learning, and generative AI.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the mathematical foundations underpinning AI algorithms.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
  • Ability to translate technical outputs into clear, business-aligned insights.
  • Commitment to responsible and transparent AI development and deployment.

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