Job Detail

Data Scientist

Data Science and AI Contractor
ID: #12314
Posted: 2026-03-11
Salary

Description

This position is offered on a 12-month FTC basis Role: The business demands for Data Science and AI products have increased leading to a natural expansion of the teams. As our Data Scientist you'll work in a multi-disciplinary setup to develop, test, deploy and implement data products in production. Responsibilities: • Apply expertise in mathematics, statistics, data science, machine learning and AI (Including GenAI) to deliver business value by solve complex business problems. • Develop, test, deploy, monitor and maintain data products In production using Industry best practice MLOps capabilities. • Adhere to all data science governance, regulatory and legal requirements and best practice. • Work collaboratively with colleagues from across different disciplines Including but not limited data engineering, data modellers, architects, risk and compliance and business functions. • Communicate outputs and findings to a range of stakeholders with a clear focus on the business value. Knowledge, Skills & Experience • A Data Science and AI expert with a proven track record in leveraging data science and AI methods to solve business problems and deliver tangible business value. • Educated to MSc, PhD or equivalent apprenticeship level in physics, mathematics, statistics, data science, AI or computer science. • Proven expertise In using relevant coding languages (Python, SQL etc.), tools (e.g. GIT, CI/CD pipelines, MLFlow etc.) and platforms (Databricks etc.) to deliver data products. • Strong problem-solving skills are essential, along with an ability to manage a varied workload. • Effective communication skills with ability to convey "why do we care" messages clearly to broad range of stakeholders having different technical capabilities. • Motivated by delivering results in a fast-paced digital and transformational organisation. • Collaborative, team player with a tenacious, resilient mentality and can do attitude. • Experience in the Telecommunications sector is a bonus Be Yourself. Make an Impact. Join Us. As a recognised Top 50 Inclusive Employer in the UK, we believe that diversity fuels innovation and success. We’re committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. At TalkTalk, inclusion is part of our DNA – we’re all 100% human, and we’ve created a culture where you can truly be yourself. We’re not your traditional 9-5. We’re a dynamic, flexible workplace, and we’re excited to hear how you like to work. Whether you thrive in collaboration, focus better at home, or prefer a bit of both – let’s make it work. What We Offer • Flexible hybrid working – with a minimum of 50% office presence to support teamwork and connection • Collaborative office spaces designed for creative thinking and innovation • Generous holiday package – 25 days annual leave, 3 wellbeing days, and your birthday off (plus the option to buy up to 10 more days!) • Private healthcare for all employees • Competitive pension scheme and performance-related bonus opportunities • Free broadband for all employees • Life event gifts – celebrating milestones like marriages and births • Inclusive employee networks – open to all, supporting peer connection and thought-provoking conversations • Salary sacrifice scheme – save on dental, gym, and more • Big retail and leisure discounts • 3 paid volunteering days a year – because making a difference matters to us too

Hard Skills 5
Skill Source Confidence
Git llm_hard
100%
Python llm_hard
100%
SQL llm_hard
100%
Statistics llm_hard
100%
MLOps llm_hard
100%
Soft Skills 6
Skill Source Confidence
Stakeholder Communication llm_soft
100%
Teamwork llm_soft
100%
Collaboration llm_soft
100%
Problem-Solving llm_soft
100%
Verbal Communication llm_soft
80%
Written Communication llm_soft
80%
Apply Options
Publisher Direct Link
Totaljobs Yes Apply
BeBee GB No Apply
LinkedIn No Apply
Jobijoba UK No Apply
Talents By StudySmarter No Apply
Jobrapido No Apply
Jobilize No Apply
TixelJobs No Apply
Totaljobs No Apply
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