Data Science Jobs in Central London

1 to 25 of 536 Data Science Jobs in Central London

Head of Data Science & Machine Learning

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Burns Sheehan
Head of Data Science/£160,000 - £175,000 + 30% Bonus/Hybrid Role: Head of Data Science Location: London Salary/Package: £140,000 - £165,000 + Bonus (up to 30 percent) Onsite v Remote: 2-3 days per week in office Our client, one of the most established names in their sector are … on the lookout for a Head of Data Science to lead the Data Science, Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics capability. as the Head of Data Science, you will take over a number of teams and be the strategic leader in enhancing current Data Science methods as well as introducing new areas of revenue …/progression for the Data Science department. On top of your responsibilities as Head of Data Science, you will also work closely with AI Engineering based teams as they and you explore possibilities within that sector. If this Head of Data Science role appeals to you, we want to see the following: A brilliant More ❯
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Head of Data Science & Machine Learning

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Burns Sheehan
Head of Data Science/£160,000 - £175,000 + 30% Bonus/Hybrid Role: Head of Data Science Location: London Salary/Package: £140,000 - £165,000 + Bonus (up to 30 percent) Onsite v Remote: 2-3 days per week in office Our client, one of the most established names in their sector are … on the lookout for a Head of Data Science to lead the Data Science, Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics capability. as the Head of Data Science, you will take over a number of teams and be the strategic leader in enhancing current Data Science methods as well as introducing new areas of revenue …/progression for the Data Science department. On top of your responsibilities as Head of Data Science, you will also work closely with AI Engineering based teams as they and you explore possibilities within that sector. If this Head of Data Science role appeals to you, we want to see the following: A brilliant More ❯
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VP Data Science

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Acxiom UK
We are seeking a VP Data Science to lead our Data Science function within Planning Agent, our AI-powered advertising planning platform used daily by IPG agency teams. This role will shape the future of agentic AI in marketing technology, driving innovation in how planners interact with intelligent systems across optimization, allocation, and planning workflows. While … such as media briefs and contextual data. This combination allows planners to make decisions that are both reliable and informed by real-world context. As the leader of our Data Science organization, you will oversee a team of 10+ senior data scientists distributed across Europe, guiding them in the design, implementation, and productizing of multi-agent workflows. … While grounded in technical leadership, this role blends strategy and hands-on expertise: setting the data science roadmap, ensuring delivery at scale to build reliable, production-ready agents. This is a leadership role with strong technical depth. You’ll serve as both a coach and an architect of the team, shaping best practices for data science More ❯
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Data Science Trainee

Covent Garden, London, England, United Kingdom
IT Career Switch
Trainee Data Scientist - No Experience Required Are you looking to kick-start a new career as a Data Scientist We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Data Science Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be … pace that suits you.The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 6-12 months: Step 1 - Full Data Science Career Training You will begin your data science journey by studying a selection of industry-recognized courses that will take you from beginner level all … the way through to being qualified to work in a junior Data Scientist role. Through the interactive courses, you will gain knowledge in Python, R, Machine Learning, AI , and much more. You will also complete mini projects to gain practical experience and test your skills while you study. Step 2 - CompTIA Data+ CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £25,000 - £45,000 per annum
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Data Science Trainee

Wembley Central, London, England, United Kingdom
IT Career Switch
Trainee Data Scientist - No Experience Required Are you looking to kick-start a new career as a Data Scientist We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Data Science Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be … pace that suits you.The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 6-12 months: Step 1 - Full Data Science Career Training You will begin your data science journey by studying a selection of industry-recognized courses that will take you from beginner level all … the way through to being qualified to work in a junior Data Scientist role. Through the interactive courses, you will gain knowledge in Python, R, Machine Learning, AI , and much more. You will also complete mini projects to gain practical experience and test your skills while you study. Step 2 - CompTIA Data+ CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £25,000 - £45,000 per annum
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Senior Data Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Mastek
Job Title: Senior Data Engineer Location: London, UK (3 days in the office) SC Cleared: Required Job Type: Full-Time Experience: 8+ years Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of our cutting-edge Azure Databricks platform for economic data. This … platform is critical for our Monetary Analysis, Forecasting, and Modelling activities. The Senior Data Engineer will be responsible for building and optimising data pipelines, implementing data transformations, and ensuring data quality and reliability. This role requires a strong understanding of data engineering principles, big data technologies, cloud computing (specifically Azure), and experience working with … large datasets. Key Responsibilities : Data Pipeline Development & Optimisation : Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and loading data from various sources (e.g., APIs, databases, financial data providers) into the Azure Databricks platform. Optimise data pipelines for performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Implement data quality checks and validation rules within More ❯
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Senior Data Engineer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Mastek
Job Title: Senior Data Engineer Location: London, UK (3 days in the office) SC Cleared: Required Job Type: Full-Time Experience: 8+ years Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of our cutting-edge Azure Databricks platform for economic data. This … platform is critical for our Monetary Analysis, Forecasting, and Modelling activities. The Senior Data Engineer will be responsible for building and optimising data pipelines, implementing data transformations, and ensuring data quality and reliability. This role requires a strong understanding of data engineering principles, big data technologies, cloud computing (specifically Azure), and experience working with … large datasets. Key Responsibilities : Data Pipeline Development & Optimisation: Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and loading data from various sources (e.g., APIs, databases, financial data providers) into the Azure Databricks platform. Optimise data pipelines for performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Implement data quality checks and validation rules within More ❯
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Data Engineering Manager

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Travelex
Job Title: Data Engineering Manager Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: London, Hybrid Role Purpose At Travelex we are developing modern data technology and data products. Data is central to the way we define and sell our foreign currency exchange products. Our relationship with our customers is deeply data-driven. The data engineering manager … DEM ) owns the design and delivery of all data flows to and from our data platform, underpinning crucial data products. The DEM is responsible for a significant transformation Travelex is going through, with event-driven and transactional enhancements to our enterprise data architecture, alongside expansion of our data warehousing function to support a wide range … of data integrations. Main Responsibilities: Leadership & Strategy Work with the Director of Data Engineering and IT Leadership to enhance the company's data maturity. Maintain strong business alignment by engaging with leaders across domains and geographies. Ensure data engineering initiatives match evolving business priorities. Promote a product mindset, balancing technical efficiency with clear business value. Team More ❯
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Data Engineering Manager

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Travelex
Job Title: Data Engineering Manager Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: London, Hybrid Role Purpose At Travelex we are developing modern data technology and data products. Data is central to the way we define and sell our foreign currency exchange products. Our relationship with our customers is deeply data-driven. The data engineering manager … DEM ) owns the design and delivery of all data flows to and from our data platform, underpinning crucial data products. The DEM is responsible for a significant transformation Travelex is going through, with event-driven and transactional enhancements to our enterprise data architecture, alongside expansion of our data warehousing function to support a wide range … of data integrations. Main Responsibilities: Leadership & Strategy Work with the Director of Data Engineering and IT Leadership to enhance the company's data maturity. Maintain strong business alignment by engaging with leaders across domains and geographies. Ensure data engineering initiatives match evolving business priorities. Promote a product mindset, balancing technical efficiency with clear business value. Team More ❯
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Data Science Consultant | AI Tech Start-Up

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Nicholson Glover
Data Science Consultant | AI Tech Start-Up | £60,000-£85,000 DOE + Shares | London/Hybrid We are excited to be working with a rapidly growing AI tech start-up that’s expanding its team with a talented Data Science Consultant The Company This pioneering company offers an advanced enterprise platform that delivers predictive analytics … AI-powered decision-making. Their digital AI agents provide always-on, intelligent insights, empowering top-tier clients across sectors, including asset management, banking, retail, etc. The Role As a Data Science Consultant, you’ll play a key role in designing and deploying bespoke AI agents in collaboration with leading enterprises. This isn’t your typical data science … on delivering real-world impact. You’ll help translate complex business challenges into intelligent, scalable solutions powered by cutting-edge AI tools. The Candidate Key attributes of the suitable Data Science Consultant include: Strong Data Science Foundations – bring solid grounding in statistics and machine learning, along with strong programming skills – Python preferred. Passion for Cutting-Edge More ❯
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Data Science Consultant | AI Tech Start-Up

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Nicholson Glover
Data Science Consultant | AI Tech Start-Up | £60,000-£85,000 DOE + Shares | London/Hybrid We are excited to be working with a rapidly growing AI tech start-up that’s expanding its team with a talented Data Science Consultant The Company This pioneering company offers an advanced enterprise platform that delivers predictive analytics … AI-powered decision-making. Their digital AI agents provide always-on, intelligent insights, empowering top-tier clients across sectors, including asset management, banking, retail, etc. The Role As a Data Science Consultant, you’ll play a key role in designing and deploying bespoke AI agents in collaboration with leading enterprises. This isn’t your typical data science … on delivering real-world impact. You’ll help translate complex business challenges into intelligent, scalable solutions powered by cutting-edge AI tools. The Candidate Key attributes of the suitable Data Science Consultant include: Strong Data Science Foundations – bring solid grounding in statistics and machine learning, along with strong programming skills – Python preferred. Passion for Cutting-Edge More ❯
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Senior Data Science Consultant

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Quotacom
Are You Ready to Disrupt the AI Consulting Landscape? Senior Data Science Consultant Tired of the slow pace and rigid structures of traditional consulting? Imagine joining a firm that’s already hit a $10M revenue run rate a year ahead of schedule, with a $50M pipeline and explosive expansion across the UK, Europe, and the USA. Our client … isn't just growing; they're redefining how organisations adopt Data & AI. Who They Are: Our client is a lean, agile, and fiercely effective data and AI consulting firm. They're a "hungry startup" backed by decades of experience from Big Four alumni, but unburdened by their overheads or motives. Their mission? Purely to solve complex client problems … and unparalleled value. They recently won a 7-figure contract against industry giants by being nimbler, more focused, and ultimately, more effective. The Opportunity: They're seeking a Senior Data Science Consultant to join their rapidly expanding UK team in London. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy and technical execution, playing a pivotal role in More ❯
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Senior Data Science Consultant

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Quotacom
Are You Ready to Disrupt the AI Consulting Landscape? Senior Data Science Consultant Tired of the slow pace and rigid structures of traditional consulting? Imagine joining a firm that’s already hit a $10M revenue run rate a year ahead of schedule, with a $50M pipeline and explosive expansion across the UK, Europe, and the USA. Our client … isn't just growing; they're redefining how organisations adopt Data & AI. Who They Are: Our client is a lean, agile, and fiercely effective data and AI consulting firm. They're a "hungry startup" backed by decades of experience from Big Four alumni, but unburdened by their overheads or motives. Their mission? Purely to solve complex client problems … and unparalleled value. They recently won a 7-figure contract against industry giants by being nimbler, more focused, and ultimately, more effective. The Opportunity: They're seeking a Senior Data Science Consultant to join their rapidly expanding UK team in London. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy and technical execution, playing a pivotal role in More ❯
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Data Science Manager

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Data Science Manager – 12-Month FTC London (Hybrid – 1 day per week in office) We’re working with a fast-growing, consumer-facing tech business looking for a Data Science Manager to join their Customer Insights team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. There is potential for the role to become permanent, though this cannot … be guaranteed. In this role, you’ll lead a team of four data scientists focused on improving the customer experience across a dynamic online marketplace. You’ll work closely with teams across finance, shipping, and fraud, using data to uncover opportunities, optimise decision-making, and enhance how customers interact with the platform. The ideal candidate will combine hands … on technical skills with proven experience leading and developing data science teams. You’ll be confident managing multiple stakeholders, driving insight generation, and ensuring the team’s work translates into measurable business impact. What you’ll be doing: Leading and mentoring a team of four data scientists. Delivering data science projects that support customer and More ❯
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Senior Data Scientist

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Synthesis
At Synthesis we push the boundaries of what’s possible with Open Data. It’s a fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment at the intersection of data science, cultural analysis & brand consultancy. As a Senior Data Scientist at Synthesis, you will play a key role in shaping our data science practice and driving innovation across both … client projects and internal products. You will lead end-to-end data projects, from shaping datasets and building models to designing scalable data workflows that power the insights and decision frameworks we deliver. You will work with diverse open data sources, ranging from search, social and e-commerce, to academic papers and patents, to understand audience behaviour … and anticipate how needs will evolve over time. In this role, you will not only contribute hands-on but also guide junior data scientists, act as a thought partner to cultural strategists, and help define the roadmap for our data products and infrastructure. We are a small, collaborative team with diverse backgrounds—from computer science and engineering More ❯
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Lead Data Scientist

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Understanding Recruitment
Lead Data Scientist 📍 London/Hybrid 💼 We’re looking for a strategic and visionary leader to build and lead a world-class data science organisation at a company redefining how AI accelerates biomedical innovation . This role goes beyond technical delivery — you’ll shape the company’s data science vision, set strategy, and empower a … growing team to translate advanced ML research into breakthroughs that impact human health. Your Mission Lead with vision: Define the data science roadmap and long-term strategy Build capability: Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team Drive execution: Oversee the design and deployment of scalable ML systems Champion excellence: Uphold scientific rigour, reproducibility, and technical standards Influence … at scale: Collaborate with senior leadership, researchers, and partners Represent the company: Be the data science voice at conferences and industry forums You Bring Proven success building and leading data science or ML teams Strong technical foundation in time-series ML , probabilistic modelling , or advanced analytics Hands-on experience taking ML research into production environments Exceptional More ❯
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Global Director of Data and Information

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Colt Data Centre Services
The Global Director of Data and Information will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive data and information strategy that aligns with the organisation’s business goals. You will; help the organisation gain the benefit from the data within our business systems. identify and exploit opportunities to integrate operational and telemetry data into our Business … Intelligence ensure the organisation adheres to the key principles of information management, particularly Accountability, Integrity, Compliance and Usability. This role involves leading data governance, analytics, and data management initiatives, ensuring that data is effectively utilized to drive strategic decision-making across the organisation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of data architecture, and a proven ability to leverage data for business insights. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development : Define and implement a global andData and Information strategy that aligns with the organisation’s overall objectives and priorities, considering and anticipating future scalability and compliance requirements. Team Management : Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing data team, promoting a culture of More ❯
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Global Director of Data and Information

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Colt Data Centre Services
The Global Director of Data and Information will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive data and information strategy that aligns with the organisation’s business goals. You will; help the organisation gain the benefit from the data within our business systems. identify and exploit opportunities to integrate operational and telemetry data into our Business … Intelligence ensure the organisation adheres to the key principles of information management, particularly Accountability, Integrity, Compliance and Usability. This role involves leading data governance, analytics, and data management initiatives, ensuring that data is effectively utilized to drive strategic decision-making across the organisation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of data architecture, and a proven ability to leverage data for business insights. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development : Define and implement a global andData and Information strategy that aligns with the organisation’s overall objectives and priorities, considering and anticipating future scalability and compliance requirements. Team Management : Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing data team, promoting a culture of More ❯
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Data Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
IRIS Software Group
by Fast Track and published in The Sunday Times each September, celebrates Britain's private mid-market growth companies with the biggest performance. Purpose : We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the development of data engineering processes within a customer-facing data warehousing product. … in delivering analytics solutions for both the State and Commercial sectors. To be successful in this role you will work with the product and engineering team to identify valuable data sources and analyse trends in the data for our customers. You will build predictive models and work with the engineering team to provide further insights to our customers. … You will be able to design and develop end-to-end data pipelines to handle complex transformations and large-scale processing. You will have experience improving data reliability and quality through automated testing, monitoring and validation frameworks. This is a great opportunity for you to join a growing and investing product and customer centric business, with the significant More ❯
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Data Engineer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
IRIS Software Group
by Fast Track and published in The Sunday Times each September, celebrates Britain's private mid-market growth companies with the biggest performance. Purpose : We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the development of data engineering processes within a customer-facing data warehousing product. … in delivering analytics solutions for both the State and Commercial sectors. To be successful in this role you will work with the product and engineering team to identify valuable data sources and analyse trends in the data for our customers. You will build predictive models and work with the engineering team to provide further insights to our customers. … You will be able to design and develop end-to-end data pipelines to handle complex transformations and large-scale processing. You will have experience improving data reliability and quality through automated testing, monitoring and validation frameworks. This is a great opportunity for you to join a growing and investing product and customer centric business, with the significant More ❯
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Lead Data Scientist

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Loop Recruitment
Lead Data Scientist | London | Multiple Sectors 📍 London (Hybrid) 💰 Up to £115,000 + Equity + Private Health Machine Learning | Data Science Libraries | Deep Learning Frameworks | AI I’m currently looking for: 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Financial Services) 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Retail) 1 x Lead Data Scientist (SaaS) Our client partners with … some of the world’s most recognisable brands to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that transform customer experience, strategy, and performance. From global enterprises to digital-first disruptors, they help businesses harness the power of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market. If you’re looking for an opportunity to shape the … future of applied AI across exciting industry sectors, this is your chance. ROLES: Lead Data Scientist (Project Lead, Mentoring, Technical Lead) We are seeking Lead Data Scientists to take pivotal roles across a variety of industries. These are senior technical and leadership positions — perfect for people who want to influence the direction of AI and data science More ❯
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Lead Data Scientist

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Loop Recruitment
Lead Data Scientist | London | Multiple Sectors 📍 London (Hybrid) 💰 Up to £115,000 + Equity + Private Health Machine Learning | Data Science Libraries | Deep Learning Frameworks | AI I’m currently looking for: 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Financial Services) 1 x Lead Data Scientist (Retail) 1 x Lead Data Scientist (SaaS) Our client partners with … some of the world’s most recognisable brands to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that transform customer experience, strategy, and performance. From global enterprises to digital-first disruptors, they help businesses harness the power of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market. If you’re looking for an opportunity to shape the … future of applied AI across exciting industry sectors, this is your chance. ROLES: Lead Data Scientist (Project Lead, Mentoring, Technical Lead) We are seeking Lead Data Scientists to take pivotal roles across a variety of industries. These are senior technical and leadership positions — perfect for people who want to influence the direction of AI and data science More ❯
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Data & Analytics Technical Lead - Smart Factories

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Mars
also drive the accelerated digitalization of our talent. As the D&A Technical Lead for Smart Factories (Global), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Data Strategy for Smart Factory within Pet Nutrition Division. You will collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional teams to develop, implement, and optimize Smart Factories strategies that align with … or promotional opportunity with Mars before December 31, 2026. What are we looking for? 10+ years’ experience working in this space, with particular focus on working with Manufacturing, CPG data At least 5 years’ experience in a senior data/architecture/leadership role with demonstrable thought leadership abilities Experience in Architecture as a code approach. Experience in … modern data stack technologies such as: Azure Stack \ Data Bricks \ Python (inc. Django framework) Manufacturing data platform tools like Thingworx, Litmus is a plus Experience in data pipeline architecture. Knowledge of containerisation/microservices (Kubernetes/docker). Knowledge of API architecture REST, Webhooks, SOAP. Experience working in a multi-business unit or multi-client environment More ❯
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Data & Analytics Technical Lead - Smart Factories

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Mars
also drive the accelerated digitalization of our talent. As the D&A Technical Lead for Smart Factories (Global), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Data Strategy for Smart Factory within Pet Nutrition Division. You will collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional teams to develop, implement, and optimize Smart Factories strategies that align with … promotional opportunity with Mars before December 31, 2026 . What are we looking for? 10+ years’ experience working in this space, with particular focus on working with Manufacturing, CPG data At least 5 years’ experience in a senior data/architecture/leadership role with demonstrable thought leadership abilities Experience in Architecture as a code approach. Experience in … modern data stack technologies such as: Azure Stack \ Data Bricks \ Python (inc. Django framework) Manufacturing data platform tools like Thingworx, Litmus is a plus Experience in data pipeline architecture. Knowledge of containerisation/microservices (Kubernetes/docker). Knowledge of API architecture REST, Webhooks, SOAP. Experience working in a multi-business unit or multi-client environment More ❯
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Data Science Manager

City of London, London, United Kingdom
SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
Data Science Manager - Consultancy - London - Up to £90k (Must hold valid SC) I’m partnered with a leading UK data & technology consultancy in the national security and defence sector, looking for an experienced Data Scientist with strong client-facing and leadership skills. You’ll lead end-to-end data projects — from discovery and proof-of … concept through to delivery — helping clients tackle complex data challenges and make smarter, faster decisions. Expect to work across diverse datasets, shape technical strategy, and guide small teams in agile, collaborative environments. What you'll be doing: Leading client projects and acting as a subject matter expert across data science and analytics initiatives. Working in agile, cross … functional teams from PoC through MVP and production stages. Translating messy, complex data into clear, actionable insights using robust, evidence-based techniques. We’re looking for someone with: 5+ years’ experience in data science or analytics (consultancy or engineering background ideal) Proven experience leading projects and managing stakeholders Strong Python, SQL/NoSQL, and cloud (AWS/ More ❯
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Data Science
Central London
10th Percentile
£53,375
25th Percentile
£62,703
Median
£82,500
75th Percentile
£97,500
90th Percentile
£141,500