Data Science - Assistant Manager

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£60,000 to 75,000 GBP Bonus Hybrid WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent Data Scientist - Associate Manager Locations: London or Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £75,000 (London) / Up to £68,000 (Manchester) + bonus + package We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist (Associate Manager level) to join a high-performing team delivering advanced AI and machine learning solutions within secure government and defence environments. This is an opportunity to work at the cutting edge of data science, focusing on GenAI, large language models, and cloud-based ML deployments, while also taking on leadership responsibilities within a growing team. Role Responsibilities Lead day-to-day technical delivery across data science and ML projects Build, deploy, and optimise machine learning models and large language models (LLMs) Work across cloud and high-performance computing environments Act as a subject matter expert in machine learning and AI solutions Support and manage a small team, including mentoring and performance management Stay current with emerging trends in GenAI and advanced analytics Required Experience Strong programming skills, particularly in Python Experience with machine learning and AI, including LLMs or related technologies Knowledge of areas such as RAG architectures, agent-based AI, computer vision, or audio processing Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure preferred) Familiarity with Docker, Linux/Unix environments, Git, and testing practices Understanding of data governance and security best practices Desirable Skills Experience using GPUs in cloud environments Knowledge of MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring ML models Experience building APIs and working with modern DevOps practices Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of the work, candidates must: Hold active DV clearance Be a UK citizen Meet UK residency requirements for continued clearance This role offers the chance to combine hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, working on impactful and innovative projects in a highly collaborative environment. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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