Senior Data Scientist

On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a Senior Data Scientist for a 12 Month (Inside IR35) contract. Hybrid working 2 days per week based in London, Manchester, Newcastle or Leeds. Note: SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing andamp; eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position, (and speed at which we require a postholder in situ), preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. Senior Data Scientist A senior Data Scientist role involves leading and shaping a range of projects that combine programming skills with data analytics techniques and close stakeholder engagement in order to find, understand and share patterns in data that can be put into action to support and drive better decisions across the business. Key Responsibilities. Provide senior authority into model building, capability development and related design decisions required for analytics or data science within a high profile part of the business (eg a transformation programme or digital capability);. Lead strands of data science, machine learning and AI work worth multiple £m in AME or DEL or improved user experience. This includes identifying the specific business need, data gathering, determining the best tools, data and techniques to address it, ongoing deliverables and presentations and influencing the business case for delivery.. Shape the ..... full job details .....