Data Scientist - up to £450/day Outside IR35 - Hybrid

Data Scientist Rate: up to £450/day Outside IR35 Contract Length: 6 Months + Likely Extension Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite in Central London Working Hours: 37.5/week

An established organisation is seeking a Data Scientist to join a forward-thinking data function focused on advanced analytics predictive modelling plus data-driven decision support. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex high-value problems using modern data science tooling within a collaborative delivery-focused environment.

The Data Scientist role suits a hands-on Data Scientist who is comfortable working across the full lifecycle from data exploration through to model development validation plus deployment support.

Responsibilities for the Data Scientist:

• Develop statistical models machine learning solutions analytical frameworks to address complex business problems
• Explore large structured semi-structured datasets to identify patterns trends predictive signals
• Build test refine models using modern data science libraries within cloud-based platforms
• Translate analytical outputs into clear insights recommendations for technical non-technical stakeholders
• Work closely with data engineers analysts to ensure models are production-ready scalable
• Validate model performance manage bias ensure outputs are robust explainable reliable
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data science practices tooling governance

Essential Skills for the Data Scientist:

• Strong experience in data science using Python with libraries such as Pandas NumPy scikit-learn or similar
• Solid grounding in statistics probability machine learning techniques
• Proven experience working within cloud environments such as AWS Azure or GCP
• Experience working with SQL large analytical datasets
• Ability to clearly communicate complex analytical concepts to a broad audience
• Strong problem-solving skills with a delivery-focused mindset
• Relevant academic qualifications in Data Science Statistics Mathematics Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline

Desirable Skills for the Data Scientist:

• Experience with deep learning frameworks advanced modelling techniques
• Familiarity with MLOps concepts model monitoring deployment pipelines
• Exposure to tools such as Databricks MLflow feature stores
• Experience working in Agile product-led delivery environments
• Understanding of data governance ethics model explainability
• Relevant professional certifications relating to cloud data platforms machine learning or analytics

If you are a Data Scientist with strong technical depth plus cloud experience relevant qualifications plus a track record of delivering real-world analytical solutions who is looking for a high-impact Outside IR35 contract please apply in the immediate instance.

Data Scientist