Recruiter: Daniel McCarthy
Career Grade: D
Internal Closing Date: 16/1/26
Why this job matters
The Data Science & AI Specialist executes a range of workstreams in applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI techniques to obtain value from the full range of all BT data sets, transforming high volumes of complex data from across the BT group into practical insights and analytic solutions that support the Group's data strategies and strategic decision making.
What you’ll be doing
1.Leads the extraction and analysis of big data through the application of Data Science & AI techniques to generate insight from data to support decision-making across the business or to embed in new products and services.
2.Drives model development, including data exploration, training data, feature extraction, validation and scoring.
3.Drives the development of insightful visualisations to make sophisticated analyses accessible to a broad audience.
4.Drives initiatives related to fairness, ethics, interpretability, safety, robustness, and privacy in the context of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
5.Mentors other Data Science & AI professionals, helping to improve the team's abilities by acting as a technical resource.
6.Champions, continuously develops and shares with team knowledge on emerging trends and changes in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Experience Required
* 2-3 years+ of proven success at applying Data Science approaches or developing and shaping AI algorithms and models. (Mandatory)
* Cloud Platforms - Experience with AWS cloud services for scalable AI & data solutions. (Mandatory)
* Experience in programming languages such as Python/Java and strong knowledge of AI/ML libraries. (Mandatory)
* Solid understanding of software architecture, data modeling, and various data structures.
* Knowledge of data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
* Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of ethical considerations related to artificial intelligence and possesses the capability to develop and implement fair and responsible AI solutions.
* 2-3 years+ of proven success at applying Data Science approaches or developing and shaping AI algorithms and models. (Mandatory)
* Cloud Platforms - Experience with AWS cloud services for scalable AI & data solutions. (Mandatory)
* Experience in programming languages such as Python/Java and strong knowledge of AI/ML libraries. (Mandatory)
* Solid understanding of software architecture, data modeling, and various data structures.
* Knowledge of data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
* Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of ethical considerations related to artificial intelligence and possesses the capability to develop and implement fair and responsible AI solutions.
The skills you’ll need
Data Modelling
Data Wrangling
Programming/Scripting
Business Analysis
Cloud Computing
Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Statistical Analysis
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics
Research
Algorithm Design
Data Acquisition
Data Model Management
Decision Making
Data Storytelling
Growth Mindset
Inclusive Leadership
Our leadership standards
Looking in:
Leading inclusively and Safely
I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity.
Owning outcomes
I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation.
Looking out:
Delivering for the customer
I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.
Commercially savvy
I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.
Looking to the future:
Growth mindset
I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation.
Building for the future
I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.
About us
BT Group was the world’s first telco and our heritage in the sector is unrivalled. As home to several of the UK’s most recognised and cherished brands – BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet, we have always played a critical role in creating the future, and we have reached an inflection point in the transformation of our business.
Over the next two years, we will complete the UK’s largest and most successful digital infrastructure project – connecting more than 25 million premises to full fibre broadband. Together with our heavy investment in 5G, we play a central role in revolutionising how people connect with each other.
While we are through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, meaning we can reward our shareholders for their commitment and patience, we are absolutely focused on how we organise ourselves in the best way to serve our customers in the years to come. This includes radical simplification of systems, structures, and processes on a huge scale. Together with our application of AI and technology, we are on a path to creating the UK’s best telco, reimagining the customer experience and relationship with one of this country’s biggest infrastructure companies.
Change on the scale we will all experience in the coming years is unprecedented. BT Group is committed to being the driving force behind improving connectivity for millions and there has never been a more exciting time to join a company and leadership team with the skills, experience, creativity, and passion to take this company into a new era.
A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:
Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.
We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.
DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.