Lead Data Scientist in England

Job description

Lead Data Scientist - LLMs - Remote

In this role, you'll lead cross-functional data science projects from concept to delivery, working on a range of challenges-from machine learning and GenAI to speech-to-text applications. You'll play a key role in transforming complex data into clear insights that inform decisions and create measurable business outcomes.

This is a hands-on leadership position that blends technical depth, team collaboration, and strategic thinking. We're looking for someone who can bring clarity to complexity and innovation to everyday challenges.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage end-to-end data science projects, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Develop and deploy machine learning solutions using Python, including applications in natural language processing (NLP) and speech-to-text technologies.
• Translate analytical results into business-relevant insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior analysts and data scientists, providing technical guidance and supporting professional development.
• Collaborate closely with data engineering, product, and business teams to integrate data science solutions into core workflows.
• Contribute to business development by supporting proposals, client engagements, and solution design.
• Help shape the strategic direction of the data science function, including planning and prioritization.

What You Bring:

• Strong experience delivering full-lifecycle data science projects in production environments.
• Proficiency in Python and data science libraries, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable code.
• Hands-on expertise with speech-to-text systems, including model selection, audio data processing, transcription accuracy, and integration into business applications.
• Experience working with NLP and GenAI/LLMs, including prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and evaluation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and leading teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth deployment of solutions.

Desired Skills and Experience

LLM, NLP, Speech to Text, Python, SQL

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

04-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English