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Senior Data Scientist

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SENIOR DATA SCIENTIST

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our client based in London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building and implementing recommender systems in a commercial setting.

As a Senior Data Scientist at the company, you will be responsible for leading the development and deployment of advanced machine learning models & algorithms to solve complex business problems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and other stakeholder areas, to understand business needs and deliver high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and implementation of recommender systems for their products and services
  • Design and conduct experiments to evaluate the effectiveness of different recommender algorithms
  • Analyse and interpret large datasets to extract insights and inform business decisions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements
  • Mentor and guide junior data scientists in best practices and techniques

Requirements:

  • A Master's or PhD in a relevant field (e.g. Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, etc.)
  • Strong experience building and implementing recommender systems in a commercial setting
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL
  • Experience with machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and Keras
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

If you are a highly motivated and skilled data scientist with a passion for solving complex problems, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

For more information on this and other roles, please contact me via niall.wharton@xcede.com