Senior Data Scientist
Reading – Hybrid
Up to £70,000
About the Role
I’m currently partnered with a global leader in data, insights, and consulting who are looking to bring on a Senior Data Scientist to join their highly respected data team.
This is a high-impact opportunity focused on yield optimisation – using data science to drive better consistency, forecast accuracy, and operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with both commercial and technical stakeholders to develop data-driven strategies that improve trading outcomes at scale.
The team is well-established and growing, with excellent visibility across the business and a genuine appetite for data innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Optimise existing yield and matching models for better consistency and forecasting performance.
* Use statistical analysis to uncover trends in historical trading data and recommend actionable improvements.
* Build and deploy scalable data science solutions that drive measurable business impact.
* Collaborate with developers and commercial leads to implement models into production systems.
* Present insights in a clear, impactful way to senior non-technical stakeholders.
* Own the full data science project lifecycle – from hypothesis to production and iteration.
* Support scenario planning and forecasting for commercial strategy.
What They’re Looking For
* Solid experience in yield, pricing, or forecasting optimisation – ideally within online marketplaces, programmatic media, travel, or insurance.
* Strong technical skills in Python or R, and experience working with SQL and data visualisation tools such as Power BI.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Redshift, or Azure.
* Strong grasp of forecasting, optimisation, and statistical modelling techniques.
* Confident communicator who can translate technical outputs into business recomme
* ndations.
* Comfortable working in agile, iterative environments with cross-functional teams.
**Please note: Unfortunately, this role does not offer visa sponsorship**
How to Apply:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page