Overview
The role sits within BT’s Security Division and is responsible for maturing the data science capability, acting as a leader for how we exploit the value in our data. The successful candidate will play a key part in building internal expertise and delivering innovative solutions to meet both internal and customer requirements. The role holder will lead and develop an agile team of data scientists across multiple projects and identify high‑impact opportunities while engaging across the wider organisation.
Location and Working Hours
This role can be based in Manchester, Ipswich or Cheltenham. It is onsite (office based five days per week). Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
Security Clearance
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (link). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role. You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting and must have lived in the UK for 10+ years.
What you’ll be doing
- Supports the exploitation of data on critical customer platforms.
- Mentors other Data Science & AI professionals, improving the team’s abilities by acting as a technical resource.
- Coordinates the development and implementation of custom data models, intelligent algorithms, and AI solutions to apply to data sets.
- Pursues new opportunities to utilise data science/machine learning for improved outcomes.
- Champions, continuously develops and shares knowledge on emerging trends and changes in machine learning and artificial intelligence with the team.
Essential Skills
- Data Analysis
- Programming
- Scripting
- Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
- Statistical Analysis
What we’d like to see on your CV
- Strong programming/scripting skills with compiled and interpreted languages such as Python and Scala.
- Understanding of graphs, networks, time‑series modelling, numerical algorithms and geospatial analytics.
- Knowledge of machine learning techniques and frameworks such as scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.
- Basic devops and system‑level Linux skills – confident with SSH and shell scripting, cron, package management. Familiar with version control and a mix of development environments.
- Highly experienced with compiled and interpreted languages such as Python and Scala/Java, confident with common libraries like Pandas, NumPy.
- Understanding and detecting threats in network data.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 10% on‑target bonus (depending on country)
- BT pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
- On‑call allowance (depending on role requirements)
- 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
- Flexible benefits: cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, etc.
- World‑class training and development opportunities
- Equal family leave: 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay, and 26 weeks at statutory rate; available to all parents.
- Enhanced women’s health support, private virtual GP appointments, paid carer’s leave, and discount packages.
- Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
- Access to retail discounts including the BT shop.
Inclusive environment
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, please apply anyway. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including women, LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodiverse people, people with disabilities, and ethnic minorities.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require reasonable adjustments for the selection process or wish to discuss alternative working arrangements, please let us know.
