Senior Data Scientist £Up to £65,000 GBPCompetitive BonusHybrid WORKINGLocation: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: PermanentSenior Data ScientistJoin a high-impact AI and data science consultancy recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes across National Security, Defence, Space, and government sectors. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and machine learning projects that make a tangible difference in the UK, supporting critical national security initiatives.As a Senior Data Scientist, you will tackle some of the most complex data challenges, applying advanced AI and machine learning to real-world problems. You will work in a consultative, hands-on role, collaborating with clients and internal teams to design, build, and deploy impactful AI solutions.Due to the sensitive nature of this work, candidates must be willing to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance, be sole British nationals, and have not spent more than 29 consecutive days outside the UK in the last 5 years. Please note that this role does not provide visa sponsorship and is not open to applicants on Skilled Worker or Dependent visas.This role offers the opportunity to deliver real-world impact, working with diverse data types - including text, images, audio, video, graphs, and geolocation - while applying cutting-edge methods in AI, machine learning, and statistics.You'll have the opportunity to:Work alongside leading data scientists, AI researchers, and engineers on national security projectsDeliver AI-enabled, data-driven solutions across government, defence, and space sectorsExplore and implement machine learning models on complex, multi-modal datasetsInfluence technical direction and best practice in AI, ML, and statisticsMentor and support junior data scientists and graduatesEngage directly with clients to scope, design, and deliver scientifically-justified solutionsKey Responsibilities:Act as a technical lead and trusted advisor for AI and data science expertise across projects and bidsLead and contribute to AI and ML projects, collaborating with ML engineers, project managers, and non-technical stakeholdersMeet with clients to understand their challenges, scope projects, and plan delivery of AI solutionsSupport the deployment of machine learning models into production using cloud-based platformsResearch and evaluate novel AI methods to deliver innovative, high-quality solutionsPresent complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiencesMentor and guide junior team members and graduatesPromote AI and data science knowledge across client engagements through workshops, events, and publicationsKey Requirements:Willingness to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) security clearanceSole British national with no more than 29 consecutive days outside the UK in the last 5 yearsProven experience as a Senior Data Scientist or equivalent roleStrong expertise in AI, machine learning, and statistical methodsProficiency in Python and ML/data analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, transformers, statsmodels)Experience with cloud-based ML deployment (e.g., AWS services)Ability to absorb complex scientific concepts and apply them to real-world problemsStrong communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersCuriosity, adaptability, and a desire to deliver real-world impactYou will gain exposure to:Advanced AI, ML, and statistical methods applied to national security challengesDeployment of ML models at scale in cloud environmentsA broad range of data types, including text, images, audio, video, and geospatial dataEthical, privacy, and security considerations in AI/ML applicationsHigh-impact projects with government and defence clientsMentorship and development opportunities within a diverse, innovative environmentWhy Join:Work on high-impact projects that directly support national securityGain deep exposure to cutting-edge AI, ML, and data science technologiesAccelerate your career in a supportive, high-performance consultancyBe part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellenceInterested? Apply Now!Reference: AON/AMC/PGDataScience#aaonJBRP1_UKTJ