Data Scientist

Role: Data Scientist / Engineer

Location: Remote / London - up to 1 day per week on-site

Duration: 5 Months

Day rate: £560 Inside IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with strong Data Engineering capabilities to support the Digital Screening programme. This role will play a key part in shaping a new digital screening service by leading exploratory analysis and supporting the development of high-quality dashboards and reporting products.

You will work within a multidisciplinary Agile team, collaborating with Data Engineers, Analysts, and User-Centred Design (UCD) professionals to deliver robust, data-driven insights and scalable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead exploratory data analysis (EDA) to inform dashboard design and reporting outputs
• Define data requirements and determine appropriate dashboard content
• Identify and mitigate data quality risks and ensure data integrity
• Design, build, and maintain reusable data pipelines and datasets using Python and PySpark
• Develop and test datasets used in BI dashboards and reporting products
• Work with stakeholders to translate business needs into data solutions and insights
• Collaborate within an Agile delivery team, contributing to sprints, stand-ups, and planning sessions
• Apply modern engineering best practices including CI/CD, TDD, and DevSecOps
• Engage in pair programming and adhere to collaborative coding standards

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Python and PySpark
• Solid background in exploratory data analysis and data modelling
• Experience with Palantir platforms, ideally including the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP)
• Proficiency with BI and data platforms such as Redshift, Databricks, or similar
• Experience building and validating datasets for dashboards and reporting
• Strong understanding of data pipelines, data quality, and governance principles
• Proven ability to work independently in Agile environments
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including UCD professionals
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and TDD practices
• Experience with pair programming and collaborative development approaches

Desirable Skills

• Experience working within the NHS or wider public sector
• Familiarity with screening programmes or clinical data systems

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