Senior Data Scientist

Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 per year

• We expect you to have previously worked in a similar senior data science role and be able to balance technical delivery with leadership responsibilities while managing multiple priorities.
• You should have strong analytical thinking, a passion for solving complex problems, and the ability to communicate technical concepts to different audiences.
• Experience writing scripts to provide insights into complex system performance within high-volume synthetic environments, using Python or MATLAB.
• Experience with data transformation and visualisation frameworks.
• Experience generating GUIs to display key data insights.
• Experience developing product-quality software applications.
• A BSc or Masters degree in a data-related subject.
• A strong background in statistics and data assimilation techniques is desirable.
• Experience prototyping AI/ML techniques, such as LLMs and neuromorphic systems, is desirable.
• Knowledge of Electromagnetic Spectrum systems such as Radar, Electronic Warfare or Jamming technologies is desirable.
• An interest in GPU-accelerated architectures and high-performance computing is desirable.
• Experience using Dev Ops and software development tools such as Jira and Bit Bucket is desirable.
• You must be a UK national and eligible to work in the UK.
• You must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Government SC level security clearance.

• Lead the delivery of data science activities in support of a dedicated Test & Evaluation programme.
• Define, scope and review tasking for Data Science team members.
• Develop analytical, predictive and visualisation solutions using modern data science techniques.
• Prototype and evaluate emerging AI and machine learning technologies.
• Develop robust, high-quality software applications and tools.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues.
• Report progress and technical outputs to project stakeholders.
• Support business development activities and technical bid responses.
• Ensure data science processes and best practices are followed.
• Work closely with project leads and customers to understand complex challenges and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Help shape the future direction of our Data Science capability.
• Identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies.
• Support business growth through technical input into bids and proposals.

• AI
• Bit Bucket
• Dev Ops
• Support
• JIRA
• Machine Learning
• Matlab
• Python
• Security
• LESS

We are MASS, an independent global technology company trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we deliver robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential. This is a full-time, on-site role based at our head office in Little Paxton, St Neots, working alongside a highly skilled team of Data Scientists, Software Engineers and Technical Specialists on innovative solutions for highly secure customers.

We offer a salary of £45,000 - £65,000 DOE along with 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down, the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave, two pension schemes, private medical insurance with family discounts, life assurance up to 4 x salary, a share save scheme, electric/hybrid car leasing, cycle to work, retail discounts and continuous professional development support.

Wellbeing is at the core of our culture, and we provide mental health first aiders, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.