Senior Data Scientist (SC Cleared) | £600 per day (Inside IR35) | Remote | 6 Months+

We're looking for an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join a high-profile public sector programme, helping shape and deliver AI-driven solutions that create real impact.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Data Scientist with strong experience across Machine Learning, Generative AI, LLMs and data-driven experimentation. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams to identify AI opportunities, build and evaluate prototypes, and provide evidence-based recommendations to stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AI discovery, research and feasibility assessments
• Identify AI opportunities through data analysis and business process evaluation
• Develop, test and evaluate AI, Machine Learning and Generative AI solutions
• Design evaluation frameworks and performance benchmarks
• Produce technical findings and actionable recommendations
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and business stakeholders
• Contribute to reusable AI frameworks, accelerators and best practices
• Support Responsible AI, governance and assurance activities

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in Data Science and Machine Learning
• Knowledge of Generative AI, Prompt Engineering and AI experimentation
• Experience working with LLMs, RAG architectures and model evaluation techniques
• Advanced data analysis, visualisation and statistical modelling skills
• Understanding of AI life cycle management and delivery practices
• Knowledge of data governance and Responsible AI principles
• Experience with cloud-based AI platforms and services
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Naturally analytical and inquisitive
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments
• A strong problem solver with a pragmatic approach
• Collaborative and stakeholder-focused
• Driven by outcomes, evidence and continuous improvement

Contract Details

Remote Working
£600 per day (Inside IR35)
6 Month Contract (Extensions Possible)
Active SC Clearance Required
Immediate/October Start

If you're passionate about applying AI and Data Science to solve complex challenges within the public sector, we'd love to hear from you.