Data Scientist
Data Scientist
Closing date for applications: 12/10/2024
Edinburgh, United KingdomPermanent
Full Time
#R-00243528
Join our digital revolution in Nat West Digital XIn everything we do, we work to one aim. To make digital experiences which are effortless and secure.
So we organise ourselves around three principles: engineer, protect, and operate. We engineer simple solutions, we protect our customers, and we operate smarter.Our people work differently depending on their jobs and needs. From hybrid working to flexible hours, we have plenty of options that help our people to thrive.
This role is based in the United Kingdom and as such all normal working days must be carried out in the United Kingdom.Job description
Join us as a Data Scientist- Playing a key role in advancing applied AI and AI research within the financial services industry, you’ll work within a team of skilled data scientists to tackle complex business challenges using advanced analytics and machine learning techniques
- You’ll be supporting the development, deployment, and maintenance of advanced machine learning models and algorithms, including large language models
- This is an opportunity to make a significant impact with us and establish yourself as a prominent contributor in the field of data science and AI
What you'll do
As a Data Scientist, you'll be responsible for contributing to the development and execution of innovative AI and data science solutions for the bank's most pressing challenges. You'll work within a team of data scientists and engineers, providing technical expertise while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver high-impact results.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the data science community of practice, staying informed in the field of applied AI and AI research
- Communicating effectively with stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations based on your team's projects and findings
- Participating in end-to-end project delivery, from ideation to production deployment, ensuring alignment with business objectives
- Assisting in the identification and implementation of cutting-edge technologies, tools and techniques to deliver value through cost reduction, income generation, or improved customer experience
The skills you'll need
To excel in this role as a Data Scientist, you'll need a solid academic background in a STEM discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science, ideally with a MSc or Ph D. You'll also need experience with statistical modelling and machine learning techniques, as well as some knowledge of financial services.
In addition, you'll demonstrate:
- The ability to use data to solve business problems from hypotheses through to resolution
- Expertise in key data science technologies and techniques, such as Python, Git, AWS, AWS Sage Maker, Py Torch, Tensor Flow, JAX, Num Py, scikit-learn, time-series forecasting, classification, regression, large-language models, and experimental design
- Experience of using programming language and software engineering fundamentals
- Experience of exploratory data analysis
- Effective communication skills with the ability to proactively engage with a wide range of stakeholders
Our head office in Edinburgh offers beautiful surroundings as well as a welcoming and friendly environment in which to build your network.