Data Scientist

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. You will be joining Arup’s Transport Modelling and City Modelling Lab, a multidisciplinary team bringing together data science, transport planning, urban analytics and digital innovation. The team supports clients across the UK and internationally, helping them understand complex urban systems and make better, evidence‑based decisions for more sustainable, inclusive and resilient cities.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Data Scientist to join our Transport Modelling team in London. This role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge agent‑based and activity‑based modelling projects, collaborating with senior transport modellers, project managers and multidisciplinary teams across Arup.

In this role, you will help develop innovative modelling approaches to understand travel behaviour, test future scenarios and support major transport and city‑shaping decisions. Your work will directly inform scheme appraisal, mitigation testing and long‑term planning for complex urban environments. You will apply advanced data science techniques, build and calibrate models, and communicate insights clearly through both traditional and non‑traditional outputs. The role provides strong opportunities for technical growth, thought leadership and professional development, alongside exposure to high‑profile projects in the UK and internationally.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are keen to hear from candidates who are motivated by technical challenge, collaboration and continuous learning. You are likely to bring:

• Demonstrable experience in data science, simulation, urban modelling and/or transport modelling
• Strong Python skills, with experience using version control tools such as GitHub
• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline (for example Data Science, Transport Planning or Statistics)
• The ability to communicate complex data and modelling outputs clearly, through visualisation, reports and presentations
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with confidence working independently and collaboratively in client‑facing environments.

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact us to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

To understand what to expect next, please visit our recruitment process page.