Principal Data Scientist

We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Principal Data Scientist to join the Society’s Data Office.

The Principal Data Scientist will play a pivotal role in maturing the Society’s data science capabilities and will be required to define new approaches for data science. Assisting in the shaping of the data science framework in the Society this person will be responsible for coaching our team of Data Scientists and machine learning engineers in programming and data science tools, statistical and mathematical techniques.

The person in post will lead complex projects and initiatives which drive strategic decision-making and generate insights and value from the Society’s data using data science and advanced analytic tools, technologies and techniques.

The Principal Data Scientist will work closely with business stakeholders to understand their challenges and opportunities and will provide thought leadership and coordinate the delivery of solutions in support of member outcomes and the Society’s strategic plan.

As an experienced leader you’ll be able to lead teams and provide ongoing coaching and oversight over the development of data products through an agile methodology.

You’ll have proven experience of developing and implementing Machine Learning algorithms from unstructured and structured large data sets as well as an in depth understanding of modelling techniques such as gradient boosted machines, deep learning, forecasting, optimisation, simulation and reinforced learning.

You’ll also have excellent knowledge of the development and productionisation of machine learning models with working knowledge and experience of cloud-based infrastructure.

As a mutual, we’ve always worked together to improve the lives of others. Now one of the largest Building Societies in the UK, over 3,000 of us share that goal, in our branches and Head Office. Our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and total support for our wellbeing.

We’re serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability and sexual orientation, but also of personality and the way we think. By being yourself, you’ll make us stronger.

You can build so much more than a career. Come and make a difference in our Society, that’s been voted a ‘Great Place to Work’ by our team.

Flexibility and why it matters

We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we’ll consider alternative working patterns.Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role.