8 of 8 Contract Data Science Jobs in Scotland

Description 9 Months Fixed Term Contract The Data Science role is responsible for using Data Science and modelling techniques to address critical questions for both the business and our customers. This includes understanding the challenges our customers face with regards to electric vehicle (EV) adoption, understanding how rising costs will impact customers' affordability thresholds and identifying … key data points that indicate potential misuse of the Scheme. These are some of the primary issues that this role will help resolve. The role sits within the Data Science and Analytics team and will be primarily focused on using data to identify potential misuse of the Motability Scheme. The postholder will collaborate with key stakeholders … within the business to understand and agree requirements for data can be used to help the business make decisions on tackling this key issue. On a day-to-day basis, the postholder will be tasked with using their technical skills to help the team deliver key pieces of analyses relating to understanding and predicting customer behaviour. They will also More ❯

Role Title: Lead Data Engineer Location: Glasgow Duration: 31/12/2026 Work Setup: 2-3 days onsite Rate: £400 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Description: Join us as a Lead Data Engineer. This role will focus on building pipelines for accounts, event streaming in real time. Your role will be to lead one our … teams, setting standards, reviewing code, and reviewing what our colleagues build. Purpose of the role To build and maintain the systems that collect, store, process, and analyse data, such as data pipelines, data warehouses and data lakes to ensure that all data is accurate, accessible, and secure. Accountabilities Build and maintenance of data architectures … pipelines that enable the transfer and processing of durable, complete and consistent data. Design and implementation of data warehoused and data lakes that manage the appropriate data volumes and velocity and adhere to the required security measures. Development of processing and analysis algorithms fit for the intended data complexity and volumes. Collaboration with data scientist More ❯

Role Title: Lead Data Engineer Location: Glasgow Duration: 31/12/2026 Work Setup: 2-3 days onsite Rate: £400 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Description: Join us as a Lead Data Engineer. This role will focus on building pipelines for accounts, event streaming in real time. Your role will be to lead one our … teams, setting standards, reviewing code, and reviewing what our colleagues build. Purpose of the role To build and maintain the systems that collect, store, process, and analyse data, such as data pipelines, data warehouses and data lakes to ensure that all data is accurate, accessible, and secure. Accountabilities Build and maintenance of data architectures … pipelines that enable the transfer and processing of durable, complete and consistent data. Design and implementation of data warehoused and data lakes that manage the appropriate data volumes and velocity and adhere to the required security measures. Development of processing and analysis algorithms fit for the intended data complexity and volumes. Collaboration with data scientist More ❯

Role Title: Lead Data Engineer (Hybrid 2-3 days onsite) Location: Glasgow Duration: Until 31/12/2026 Day Rate: £382.50 Inside IR35 Role Description Join us as a Lead Data Engineer . You will focus on designing and building data pipelines, including real-time event streaming solutions. You will lead one of our data engineering teams, setting technical standards, reviewing code, and ensuring high-quality delivery across projects. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain scalable data architectures and pipelines. Implement and manage data warehouses and data lakes, ensuring data security, durability and accessibility. Develop data processing and analysis algorithms to handle complex, large-scale datasets. Collaborate with data scientists to support machine learning model deployment. Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, setting coding standards and driving best practices. Partner with senior stakeholders to align data solutions with business strategy. Manage risk and ensure compliance with governance and control frameworks. Contribute to strategic planning, resourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Skills Proven experience managing More ❯

About the team: RAVIC is home to SRUC's existing Centre for Epidemiology and Planetary Health (CEPH), providing world leading expertise in data science, epidemiology, animal health, infectious disease control and zoonotic disease. This team works closely with colleagues in teaching, SAC Consulting and SRUC Veterinary Services to capitalise on emerging applied funding opportunities, helping sustain rural communities … Minimum qualifications: Applicants must hold qualifications equivalent to SCQF Level 6, which includes A-levels, Advanced Highers, or equivalent qualifications such as BTECs or the International Baccalaureate (IB) in science subjects. At least one of the subjects must be biology and/or chemistry. In addition, candidates must have achieved SCQF Level 5 qualifications, such as GCSEs or National … 5s (or equivalent), in English, Mathematics, and Science (either combined or separate sciences) at grades A to C. For the full person specification, please download and fully read the Job Particulars document before you apply for the role. Eligibility for Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker More ❯

including venture capitalists, established technology companies, and start-ups. Day Rate: DOE Main Duties: Design, develop, and implement a scalable, AI-driven architecture platform. Work closely with architects and data scientists to embed AI/ML models into the system for enhanced decision-making, such as recommendation engines. Drive the adoption of AI Architect and best practices across the … communities of practice to foster knowledge-sharing and innovation within the organization. Stay updated on the latest architecture and technology trends relevant to financial services, such as cloud computing, data security, AI, and distributed systems. Essential Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, or Python End-to-end Systems Development … Proven ability to architect and build complex systems with a long-term vision Expertise in financial services applications, including knowledge of transaction processing, risk management, and data security. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex architectural ideas to diverse stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with a track record of innovative solution design in complex More ❯

work closely with expert teams, influence best practices, and help define how AI transforms complex, corporate environments. Design, develop and implement scalable AI-driven architecture platforms Work closely with data scientists to translate models into production-ready code Embed AI/ML solutions to support advanced decision-making and automation Drive adoption of AI architecture standards and best practices … deliver complex end-to-end systems Extensive hands-on experience in one or more of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript or Python Understanding of transaction processing, risk management and data security within enterprise systems Strong problem-solving skills and experience designing innovative solutions in complex environments Ability to work effectively with data scientists, translating advanced models into scalable … platforms Excellent communication skills for presenting architectural solutions to diverse stakeholders Knowledge of experimental design, statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making Desirable skills: Familiarity with AI frameworks such as knowledge graphs, natural language processing or recommendation systems Experience of working with cloud technologies and distributed systems Background in financial services application development or systems architecture Sounds like you More ❯

designing, developing, and implementing scalable AI-driven platforms that power business-critical applications in financial services. Working within the Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) division, you'll collaborate with architects, data scientists, and development teams to embed AI/ML models into enterprise systems. You'll help drive adoption of AI best practices, shape the bank's AI architecture strategy … Driving adoption of AI best practices across development teams. Leading and participating in architecture communities of practice. Staying ahead of technology trends such as cloud, AI, distributed systems, and data security. What we're looking for: 5+ years' experience in JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, or Python. Strong background in architecting and building complex systems. Knowledge of financial services applications (risk … transaction processing, data security). Strong communication skills to present complex ideas to stakeholders. Experience working with data scientists to productionise models. Familiarity with AI frameworks such as NLP, knowledge graphs, or recommendation systems. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds. More ❯