Job description
As an applicant for a Data Scientist position, your responsibility will be to unveil hidden insights and valuable knowledge from both structured and unstructured data, empowering organizations to make well-informed decisions. Your duties will encompass gathering, sanitizing, and maneuvering voluminous datasets, as well as wielding your statistical analysis prowess, machine learning skills, and data visualization techniques to spot underlying trends and designs. A key aspect of the role involves working in tandem with a variety of teams, capturing business requirements, formulating predictive models, and translating your discoveries into compelling narratives and visual aids. Further, it is crucial that you maintain pace with cutting-edge industry trends and technologies to continuously refine and enhance data-driven tactics and approaches.
Job requirements
To excel as a Data Scientist, candidates typically need a strong foundation in several key areas. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering is essential, with many positions preferring or requiring advanced degrees. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R is crucial, as well as understanding data manipulation tools such as SQL. Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and frameworks, alongside experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI, is highly advantageous. Furthermore, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are important traits, as Data Scientists must effectively convey complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders. Finally, candidates should demonstrate a continuous desire for learning, keeping abreast of new technologies and industry trends to enhance their analytical capabilities.
Job Type: Contract
Salary: £experience
Benefits:
- Flexible Hours
- Hybrid working
Schedule:
Monday to Friday (unless dealing with an emergency event)