Principle Data Lead

Principal Data and Digital Solutions Lead Contract 400 per day Inside IR35 South West Defence We need a hands-on Data and Digital Solutions Lead who can turn complex engineering or operational problems into practical, working solutions. The roleShape and deliver data and digital solutions from concept through to implementationTranslate unclear requirements into robust technical designsBuild solutions using Python, cloud and modern data technologiesApply AI, machine learning and automation to operational challengesSupport digital-twin, data-platform and engineering-application developmentLead technical delivery and engage confidently with senior stakeholdersEnsure solutions meet strict defence security and governance requirementsWhat we needStrong data, digital or solution-architecture experienceHands-on Python and data engineering capabilityExperience with AI, machine learning, automation or digital twinsBackground in engineering, infrastructure, defence or another complex regulated environmentProven ability to take loosely defined problems through to working solutionsStrong technical leadership and stakeholder-management skillsImmediately available or on very short noticeAble to work regularly on-site in the South WestEssential security requirementsDue to the programme''s security restrictions, applicants must:Be a sole British passport holderBe eligible to obtain high-level UK security ..... full job details .....