1 to 25 of 29 Contract Data Science Jobs in the South East

Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Wokingham. Were excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for askilled Data Specialist - Authoritative Data Source to join a dynamic IT team . If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title: Data Specialist Authoritative Data Source Location: Wokingham (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week) Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (with potential extension) Day Rate: £470 (Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Data Specialist (Authoritative Data Source) to join a growing data governance and provenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for … identifying, evaluating, and maintaining authoritative data sources to ensure accuracy, credibility, and compliance with governance standards. This is a hands-on role working across technical and business teams to drive consistency, transparency, and reliability of enterprise data. Key Responsibilities Identify and discover authoritative data sources (internal and external). Assess and evaluate data sources in collaboration with More ❯

Contract Data Scientist - London - £700/pd Please note - this role will require you to be on-site in London 2-3 days per week. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. Overview: We're hiring a Data Scientist for a leading organisation in London, offering a … month contract at £700/day (Inside IR35) . This hybrid role requires 2 days per week on-site and focuses on delivering advanced AI and data science solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement machine learning models to solve complex business problems. Develop and deploy AI models using Python and Azure. Perform data analysis and build scalable solutions using SQL and other data science tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into enterprise systems. Required Skills: Strong experience in Machine Learning , AI Modelling , and Data Science . Proficiency in Python , SQL , and Azure . Hands-on experience with modern AI and data science technologies. More ❯

DM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Data & MI Analyst to work for our client within the public sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in various UK office locations such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Leeds. Our client is looking for … an experienced Data & MI Analyst who is detail focused, adaptable and has critical thinking skills. You will critically evaluate data from disparate sources to interpret results and provide recommendations while effectively communicating between stakeholders, business service owners and the project. You will also respond to challenges as well as work as part of multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful … Business Architects, providing expert information analytics to support the delivery of the organisation’s transformation, driving operational excellence. Responsibilities Interpret and understand business problems to identify and implement appropriate data solutions Lead the development and creation of data models and structures to guide service as well as process design across the organisation Collect and analyse complex datasets, using More ❯

Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Wokingham. Were excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for askilled Data Specialist - Data Lineage to join a dynamic IT team . If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title: Data Specialist … Data Lineage Location: Wokingham (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week) Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (with potential extension) Day Rate: £470 (Inside IR35) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Data Specialist (Data Lineage) to support data governance and provenance initiatives within a large-scale programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for mapping … documenting, and maintaining data flows across multiple systems, enabling greater transparency, compliance, and data quality across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Map and document data flows and transformations across complex systems. Develop and enforce governance policies and standards relating to data lineage. Provide lineage evidence to support compliance and audit requirements. Collaborate with IT teams, data More ❯

An exciting global media agency is looking for a Data Science Director to join them on a short-term contract. Location: London-based, hybrid working Office policy: 2 days but flexible Contract length: 2 months Start date: ASAP Day Rate: Up to £520pd Outside IR35 The Job You will lead on high-impact data science projects … with a focus on building synthetic data, applying large language model (LLM) techniques, and leveraging AI modelling and causal inference to drive deeper client insights. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will scope requirements, deliver robust technical solutions, and ensure best practice in data science workflows. You Senior-level technical data scientist with proven leadership experience More ❯

needs, define use cases, and develop comprehensive implementation plans as part of the overall product roadmap. Product Delivery Improvement: Collaborate with a talented team, including software engineers, ML engineers, data engineers, and product owners, to conduct design reviews and critical feedback sessions aimed at enhancing product delivery. Stakeholder Partnership: Influence and partner with stakeholders across the insights & analytics space … as well as the broader Tech/Data science organisations, to contribute to the development of the data architecture and data/AI solution framework. Governance & Compliance: Ensure that all solutions comply with responsible AI governance processes and adhere to local legislation regarding data privacy and other regulatory standards. Basic Qualifications: A Master's Degree … in a STEM field (e.g., MBA, Statistics, Data Science) or equivalent experience in Mathematics, Information Science, Computer Science, or related disciplines. Hands-on experience with Generative AI (GenAI) and a genuine enthusiasm for data-driven solutions. Strong pharma industry knowledge and experience. Proven experience in effective stakeholder management and strong influencing skills, including expertise in More ❯

Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Wokingham. Were excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for askilled Data Specialist - Master and Reference Data Management to join a dynamic IT team . If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title … Data Specialist Master and Reference Data Management Location: Wokingham (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week) Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (with potential extension) Day Rate: £470 (Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking a Data Specialist with strong expertise in master and reference data management to support governance and provenance work within a large-scale … transformation programme. The role requires excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technical teams. Key Responsibilities Oversee master and reference data governance, ensuring accountability, transparency, and stewardship across the organisation. Develop, implement, and enforce data governance policies and standards to drive consistency across business units. Manage change processes to evaluate, approve, and More ❯

Marketing AdTech Data Analyst Location: London (hybrid 3 days per week onsite) Contract: 12 months, up to £425pd inside IR35 Our client is looking for a highly skilled Data Analyst to join a fast-paced ad-tech environment supporting data-driven marketing and advertising initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of … analytics, marketing strategy and technical execution, with strong hands-on experience in Tableau, SQL and Python. You'll work closely with global stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Engineering and external data partners to deliver insights, optimise campaign performance and shape go-to-market strategies for digital advertising products. What You'll Do: Deliver custom insights and analytics to support marketing … track KPIs, campaign performance and user engagement. Develop and maintain ETL pipelines using SQL and Python. Translate business needs into analytical requirements, communicating findings with clarity and impact. Conduct data analysis and A/B testing to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives. Contribute to scalable reporting solutions, data transformation and automation strategies. What You'll Bring: Professional More ❯

Contract Data Scientist - Food Delivery | £400/day | London | 3-6 Months Join one of the UK's leading food delivery platforms as a Contract Data Scientist , where you'll play a key role in shaping data-driven decisions across logistics, customer experience, and product innovation. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with modern cloud … insights. Contribute to AI-driven initiatives, such as chatbots or recommendation engines. Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and influence strategic decisions. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in data science or data engineering roles, ideally within consumer tech, logistics, or e-commerce. Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure More ❯

Machine Learning Engineer £700-750/day overall assignment rate to umbrella Fully remote 6 month initial A FTSE 100 retail client are on the look for a Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer to join their data science function to drive cutting-edge ML technology across the business. Machine Learning Engineer, key skills: Significant experience working … as a Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer Solid knowledge of SQLandPython's ecosystem for data analysis (Jupyter, Pandas, Scikit Learn, Matplotlib). GCP, VertexAI experience is desirable (developing GCP machine learning services) Timeseries forecasting Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, data modelling and software architecture Strong knowledge of Machine Learning More ❯

Design, develop, and maintain PowerBI reports and dashboards to present key business metrics and trends. Create custom visuals and complex reports using PowerBI's built-in functionalities and DAX (Data Analysis Expressions). Translate business requirements into technical specifications for data collection, analysis, and reporting. Perform data validation to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting. Collaborate with … and interpreting PowerBI dashboards. Monitor and optimise the performance of PowerBI solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to PowerBI reports and dashboards. Develop and maintain documentation for PowerBI reports, data sources, models, and processes. Ensure BI solutions align with industry best practices and internal standards. Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science … PowerBI Developer. Strong expertise in Microsoft PowerBI, including PowerBI Service, PowerBI Desktop, and PowerBI Report Server. Proficiency in DAX for creating custom calculations and measures. Experience with SQL for data discovery and manipulation. Ability to analyse complex datasets and provide actionable insights. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical More ❯

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Data Analyst to work for our client within the IT consulting sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a fully remote role. Our client is looking for a skilled Data Analyst. This role will support an Insight Generation Project … within the Data & Analytics function, focusing on advanced analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning (ML) driven insights using tools like Tableau and Snowflake. Responsibilities Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau ensuring insights are communicated effectively Extract, transform, and analyse data from Snowflake to support business insights Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to support AI/ML initiatives Translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across reporting outputs Contribute to the development of scalable analytics frameworks and best practices Regularly communicate and engage with stakeholders to define project goals while providing data driven solutions Provide reports documenting data and More ❯

I am recruiting for a Palantir Data Scientist to work mostly remote with travel to Maidenhead 4-5 times a month. The role falls inside IR35 so you will be required to work through an umbrella company. You will design future-state, modern data architecture, pipelining, and analysis for transformation at the enterprise level using advanced cloud architectural … principles. Using tools such as Palantir Foundry, you will also work with cutting-edge DevOps technologies, develop advanced analytics products, and apply data pipelining and statistical programming tools to enterprise data to advance and enable key client outcomes. You will have several years of data science and/or data manipulation and analysis expertise. Strong More ❯

Duration : 6 months (Mid-December start - End of June) Security Clearance : SC Clearance required Overview We're looking for a talented Front-End Developer to join a newly formed Data Team within a public sector organisation. This role is central to building a unified, user-friendly interface - a "single pane of glass" - that consolidates dashboards, reports, and outputs from … various data roles into one cohesive experience. The interface will serve as the primary access point for stakeholders to explore data, monitor performance, and make informed decisions. Key Responsibilities Interface Development :Design and build a centralised front-end application that integrates outputs from dashboards, reports, models, and data pipelines into a single, intuitive view. Accessibility Compliance :Ensure … WCAG 2.2 standards, promoting inclusive access for all users. Performance Optimisation :Deliver fast load times, responsive design, and smooth user interactions across devices. Cross-Functional Collaboration :Work closely with Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Engineers, Business Analysts, and User Researchers to understand data outputs and user needs. Data Visualisation :Implement dynamic visual components such as charts, filters More ❯

Senior Data Analyst/Insight Analyst - Contract - Predictive Modelling Rate: £370-£400/day (Outside IR35) Location: Remote-first (occasional office visits) Start Date: ASAP | Duration: Initial contract, likely extension The Role We're seeking a Senior Data/Insight Analyst with strong predictive modelling and recommendation engine experience to help build an in-house personalised advertising platform … incremental targeting beyond repeat-purchase patterns. Apply predictive analytics to customer behaviour & purchase history. Use Python (essential), SQL , and ideally PySpark to deliver insights. Collaborate with Product, Content, and Data Science to align models with business goals. Translate data into clear, actionable insights. (Bonus) Explore AI-driven ad content opportunities. What We're Looking For Proven experience … with predictive modelling/recommender systems . Strong Python & SQL skills (essential). Exposure to PySpark (desirable). Strong communicator with ability to link data to business outcomes. (Bonus) Experience with Generative AI or content automation. More ❯

deploy scalable APIs (Flask/FastAPI) for internal and external tools. Partner with business users to gather requirements and iterate quickly on solutions. Implement testing frameworks, version control, and data validation processes. Integrate with market data, storage systems, and reporting platforms. Required Skills 5+ years' Python development experience, ideally within trading, risk, or financial services. Strong background with … Pandas, NumPy, and data science libraries . Hands-on experience with Flask or FastAPI for API development. Proficiency in time-series data manipulation and back-testing methods. Experience working with large datasets and real-time data pipelines . Strong performance optimisation and debugging skills. Confident communicator with the ability to liaise directly with business stakeholders. Desirable … Skills Experience in commodities indices, structured products, or index engineering . Knowledge of market data feeds (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, etc). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP). Database experience (SQL/NoSQL) and use of modern data formats (Parquet, HDF5). Contract: Initial term with possible extension Day Rate: Competitive, depending on experience McGregor More ❯

HR Data Analyst Contract: 6 months Location: Aldermaston (relocating to Green Park – initially 1-2 days/week on site, moving to 3 days/week when relocated) IR35: In Scope Security: Active SC Clearance required. Our client is looking for a skilled HR Data Analyst to join their team for a 6-month contract. You will be … responsible for producing accurate, insightful reports and data sets using Workday tools, working alongside various stakeholders, and ensuring the reporting outputs support critical HR and business project deliverables. What You’ll Be Doing Writing, maintaining, and optimising Workday reports. Building HR data sets using Workday Prism for reporting and analysis. Producing technical and narrative reports that clearly communicate … delivery framework. What You’ll Need (Essential) Proven experience as a Workday Report Writer. On track to achieve, or already holding, Workday Pro (Reporting) certification. Experience with Workday Prism data set creation and management. Strong technical report writing capabilities. Excellent stakeholder management at all levels. Strong time management and organisational skills. Experience working within a project delivery environment. Desirable More ❯

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking Data Engineers to work for our client within the IT consulting sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a fully remote role. Our client is looking for experienced Data Engineers to join their Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Insight Bank team. … Project within one of the functions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver meaningful insights supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) driven solutions. Responsibilities Design, build, and optimize data pipelines using Apache Spark and Snowflake Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to support AI/ML model development and deployment Work closely with stakeholders to understand business … requirements and translate them into technical solutions Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance across all engineering processes Contribute to the development of scalable and reusable data engineering frameworks Support the team in delivering high-impact analytical solutions Manage data warehouses ensuring data organisation and optimisation Monitor data systems for failures, enhancing database performance Requirements Minimum More ❯

Engineer Hybrid Working - UK Wide - 1 day a quarter on site. Financial Services Lorien's leading banking client is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join the growing data science and AI team. You'll play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying scalable machine learning solutions using Python and Amazon SageMaker . This role is … site. Key Responsibilities Design and implement machine learning models for classification, regression, and forecasting tasks. Build and manage end-to-end ML pipelines using Amazon SageMaker . Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to integrate ML solutions into production systems. Optimise model performance and scalability. Monitor and maintain deployed models, ensuring reliability and accuracy. Stay up-to … date with the latest ML research and tools. Required Skills & Experience Strong proficiency in Python and its ML/data libraries (e.g., NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow or PyTorch). Hands-on experience with Amazon SageMaker , including training, tuning, and deploying models. Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred). Familiarity More ❯

engineering. Introduce and manage observability, monitoring, and evaluation frameworks for ML and AI services. Enable auto-evaluation of prompts and models against domain-specific requirements. Build Python-based microservices, data pipelines, and serverless functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate data and AI requirements into scalable solutions. Essential Experience & Skills 5+ years' engineering experience, with at least 3 years … in ML Ops, Data Engineering, or AI infrastructure. Strong Python engineering skills (Pandas, Numpy, Jupyter, FastAPI, SQLAlchemy). Expertise in AWS services (certification desirable). Proven experience deploying and supporting LLMs in production. Strong understanding of LLM fine-tuning (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face Trainer, etc.). Experience with ML tooling (e.g. SageMaker, LangChain/LangSmith, MLflow, Dataiku, DataRobot). … interest in Generative AI trends and best practices. Desired Skills Experience with chatbots and conversational AI (voice or text). Familiarity with Terraform, Helm, Kubernetes, or Postgres. Exposure to Data Science, NLP, Explainable AI (XAI). Real-world delivery of Generative AI solutions, especially LLM-driven applications. *Rates depend on experience and client requirements More ❯

or DV required Day Rate: £700–£900 (depending on experience) Role Overview: In this role, you will integrate assurance into every stage of the AI/ML lifecycle. From data preparation to production deployment, you will embed governance, risk management, and monitoring practices to make AI systems reliable, transparent, and compliant. Key Responsibilities: Establish and maintain assurance processes within … ML Ops pipelines Apply governance and risk frameworks throughout model development and deployment Implement and lead monitoring practices for bias, data drift, model drift, explainability, and system robustness Provide guidance on TEV&V practices for models under development or in production Partner with Data Science, Risk, and Compliance teams to align AI systems with organisational, ethical, and More ❯

Job Title: Data Scientist We're looking for a sharp, strategic Data Scientist to lead the development of scientific standards for evaluating competitor data-especially market share insights. You'll design methods to improve reliability, support senior leaders with actionable intelligence, and mentor colleagues across projects and domains. What you'll do:* Build models to assess and … replace costly market share data sources* Advise teams and elevate data capabilities across the business* Drive competitor insight strategies for high-impact decision-makingKey skills: Python, SQL, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Market Research, Big Data, Operations Research Hybrid: London 2 days Day Rate: Outside Please send me your CV to More ❯

Our client, leading UK retailer, are currently looking to hire a Machine Learning Engineer (Data/ML) based from their offices in London. Job Title: Machine Learning Engineer (Data/ML) Location: London/Hybrid - Once a week (Thursday) in London Duration: 6 Months Day Rate: £425-475 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella) This is a greenfield based … project with crossover from another tech team conducting a similar model. You will collaborate with the Data Scientist, Data Architect, and cross-functional Tech Teams , supporting the build phase while contributing hands-on technical expertise. Key Responsibilities: Work with the Senior Engineer/Tech Lead to implement and optimise data pipelines and ML models. Develop high-quality … maintainable code in Python and PySpark. Use SQL and Jupiter to analyse, transform and validate data for ML use cases. Operate in a cloud environment (AWS/Azure - moving towards Azure). Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to deliver solutions that support business growth. Skills & Experience Required: Strong hands-on experience in Python, PySpark, SQL, Jupiter . Experience More ❯

Our client at very well known Retail Giant is currently looking to hire a Senior/Lead Technical Engineer (Data/ML) based from their offices in London. As the Senior/Lead Tech Engineer (Data/ML) you will be part of build a small team and mentor during the build phase along with the Engineering Manager. … Job Title: Senior/Lead Tech Engineer (Data/ML) Location: London/Hybrid - Once a Week (Thursday) in London Duration: 6 Months Day Rate: £550 to £575prd (Inside IR35 - Umbrella) This is a greenfield based project with crossover from another tech team conducting a similar model. Interaction with Key Stakeholders and like minded Tech Teams is essential. Working … alongside the Data Scientist and Data Architect Experience at a Tech Lead/Senior Engineering Level Mentoring/Team Leading experience - Nice to have (Full Support from Engineering Manager) Hands on development/engineering background Machine Learning or Data background Technical Experience: PySpark, Python, SQL, Jupiter Cloud: AWS, Azure (Cloud Environment) - Moving towards Azure Nice to Have More ❯

value of new ideas, integrating AI with front-end and back-end systems. AI & Machine Learning Implementation: Design and deploy AI/ML models to extract insights from energy data and enhance customer experience. Full-Stack Development: Architect end-to-end solutions, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance across the tech stack. Technical Innovation: Leverage technologies like large language … environments (AWS/Azure) and enhance deployment efficiency with CI/CD pipelines. Design Skills Application: Contribute to user interface and experience aspects, focusing on intuitive AI interactions and data visualizations. Knowledge Sharing: Mentor team members in emerging AI technologies and modern development practices. Stakeholder Interaction: Collaborate with stakeholders to refine requirements and validate technical aspects of innovations. Skills … full-stack developer with proficiency in multiple languages and technologies, particularly in AI engineering. Hands-on experience with advanced technologies such as large language models (LLMs), computer vision, and data science. Strong background in innovation and POC development, with a focus on idea generation rather than product management. Experience in startups or small businesses, adept at navigating agile environments More ❯