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Skillfield is a specialist technology consultancy operating at the intersection of cyber, data and AI. We partner with enterprise clients to protect, transform and empower their organisations with forward-thinking solutions. Our reputation is built on outcomes, not effort.

The Opportunity

Fixed Term Contract – until June 2026

We're looking for a Data Scientist (AI & Analytics) consultant to join our team and contribute to the development of intelligent, data-driven solutions. This role blends traditional data science techniques with AI.

You'll be involved in everything from sourcing and preparing data to building predictive models and deploying AI-powered applications. If you enjoy working with data to uncover insights, solve complex problems, and drive innovation, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Data Integration & Preparation: Source, acquire, cleanse, and transform data from internal and external sources to make it fit for purpose.
• Statistical & Mathematical Modelling: Apply techniques from statistics, probability, and mathematics to build robust models and validate hypotheses.
• AI & Machine Learning: Develop and refine models using supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques for tasks such as forecasting, classification, and recommendation.
• Advanced Analytics: Use techniques such as text mining, pattern matching, semantic analysis, sentiment analysis, network and cluster analysis, multivariate statistics, graph analysis, and simulation.
• Exploratory Analysis: Investigate datasets to assess their potential, formulate hypotheses, and explore insights using analytics sandboxes.
• Model Lifecycle Management: Train, validate, monitor, and evolve models over time to ensure relevance and accuracy.
• Problem Solving: Investigate business challenges and assess the usefulness of data science solutions, anticipating risks and implications.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions and communicate findings clearly.

What You'll Be Working On

Building predictive and real-time models to support decision-making and create business value.

Supporting AI initiatives including generative AI, NLP, and computer vision.

Contributing to the development, evaluation, and deployment of scalable data science solutions.

What You'll Bring

• Proficiency in Python or R, with experience in libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face.
• Strong foundation in statistics, probability, and mathematical modelling.
• Experience with SQL and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Familiarity with MLOps practices and model deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

Why Join Skillfield?

• Be part of a team serious about doing work that matters
• Join a culture that values clarity, autonomy and shared success
• Enjoy flexibility, support, and performance-based recognition

Ready to make a measurable impact?

Apply now and help us deliver impact that matters.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeContract

Job function

• Job functionInformation Technology and Analyst
• IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting

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