Overview
Your impact
This is a highly rewarding and hands-on role with exposure across both traditional and cutting-edge enterprise IT as well as bespoke Operational Technology systems. You will be working in a dynamic environment with a team motivated to deliver innovative solutions to customers within defence, government and commercial sectors. We are after creative, passionate, technically savvy and personable people to help grow our practice and solve some of the most challenging, exciting and critical challenges to the UK’s digital landscape.
Job Description
This is a highly rewarding and hands-on role with exposure across both traditional and cutting-edge enterprise IT as well as bespoke Operational Technology systems. You will be working in a dynamic environment with a team that is motivated to deliver innovative solutions to customers within defence, government and commercial sectors. We are after creative, passionate, technically savvy and personable people to help grow our practice and solve some of the most challenging, exciting and critical challenges to the UK’s digital landscape.
Responsibilities
* Lead on the continual development of Automation, Orchestration and Machine Learning capabilities
* Be a People Leader and manage 4-6 individuals
* Undertake pre-processing of structured and unstructured data
* Lead the end-to-end development of predictive models and machine-learning algorithms
* Coach/mentor junior members of the team
What You’ll Bring
* UK DV Clearance or the ability to obtain it (national-security-vetting levels)
* Excellent data science and analytics experience
* Strong knowledge in advanced analytics methods
* Strong knowledge across statistical models, machine learning and AI algorithms
* Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, R, SQL
* Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
* Ability to communicate complicated technical and analytical information to a nontechnical audience
* A degree in Computer science, Statistics, Data Science or equivalent field would be advantageous but is not essential
This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information please visit the official government guidance.
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
* Time to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days each year
* Secure your Future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
* Your Wellbeing Matters: free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity
* Rewarding Performance: all employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme
* Never Stop Learning: free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
* Refer a friend: financial reward through our referral programme
* Tailored Perks: spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more
* Flexible working: flexible hours with hybrid working options
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
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Primary Location
GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid
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