At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of machine learning models and collaborate with clients on impactful solutions.
- Company: A leading UK consultancy focused on AI and Data Science in the Defence sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel expenses covered, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: High-trust, high-autonomy role with a collaborative team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real-world impact in mission-critical settings while working closely with invested clients.
- Qualifications: 3-10+ years of experience in data science and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Are you ready to apply data science where it matters most? Do you want your models to drive real-world outcomes in mission-critical settings? Do you enjoy working onsite with a variety of invested clients? A leading UK consultancy is building a dedicated AI & Data Science team to strengthen its delivery capability in Defence. They’re known for outcome-driven transformation work and operate a genuinely hands‑on model where technical teams embed with client stakeholders to make change stick. The business has a strong track record across complex, high‑stakes environments, and is now scaling its DS capability to deliver ML, GenAI and simulation solutions end-to-end. For high performers, there’s clear progression and the chance to shape the direction of a growing AI practice. You’ll work directly with end users and senior stakeholders to shape solutions from concept through to embedded impact. This is a high‑trust, high‑autonomy role where you’ll own both technical delivery and stakeholder engagement - all within a deeply collaborative consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and deploy machine learning models and simulation tooling in secure environments
- Lead technical delivery across multi-disciplinary teams, including consultants and engineers
- Work closely with client stakeholders on‑site to co‑design and iterate on solutions
- Translate complex analytics into strategic business outcomes with measurable value
Working model: On‑site 4–5 days/week across UK client locations (travel and accommodation expensed)
Clearance: British citizenship / Security Clearance eligibility required
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