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Operations Data Scientist
Salary: £45,000 – £53,000 + bonus + benefits
Location: Milton Keynes (hybrid: one day a week in the office)
Job type: Permanent, full-time
About our client
We’re working with a well-established organisation looking for an Operations Data Scientist to join its growing Operations Data Science function. You’ll use data science, machine learning and advanced analytics to improve how the business runs. You’ll tackle complex operational problems, challenge assumptions and turn insight into decisions that deliver measurable value.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career data scientist who wants real ownership of their work and close exposure to senior stakeholders.
The role
Own defined data science use cases from start to finish: problem framing, exploratory analysis, modelling, validation, implementation and monitoringApply statistical modelling, machine learning and AI techniques to operational challenges using Python and SQLBuild and evaluate predictive, forecasting, classification, optimisation or anomaly-detection models as appropriateInvestigate operational performance across multiple data sources and turn findings into clear, practical recommendationsMaintain and improve operational Power BI dashboards so reporting supports real decision-makingBuild trusted relationships with senior Operations stakeholders and influence decisions with evidenceHelp shape the Operations Data Science roadmap by identifying and delivering high-value opportunitiesWork to established standards for data quality, model governance and responsible AI, with reproducible work and a clear audit trail What you’ll need
Professional experience in a data science role, applying statistical or machine learning techniques to real business problems (up to around two years’ experience)Hands-on experience building data science solutions in Python and working with data in SQLExperience across the full data science lifecycle, including problem framing, feature engineering, model evaluation, implementation and monitoringPower BI experience, including data modelling, DAX, visualisation design and dashboard performanceStrong analytical problem-solving, with the curiosity and tenacity to dig into resultsClear communication and data storytelling skills for both technical and non-technical audiencesThe ability to build trust with stakeholders and influence decisions Desirable
Data science experience in operations, retail, supply chain, service or another operationally intensive environmentForecasting, optimisation, classification, anomaly detection, experimentation or causal methodsPySpark, Databricks, Azure or similar cloud and big-data technologiesDeploying, integrating or monitoring ML models in productionApplying generative AI or other emerging AI techniques responsibly to business problems What’s on offer
£45,000 – £53,000 depending on experienceBonus schemePension, life assurance, and medical and dental coverHybrid working, with just one day a week in the office Start date: As soon as possible
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