Data Science Specialist
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance. An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels.
This role sits within BT’s Security Division and is responsible for maturing the data science capability, acting as a leader for how we exploit the value in our data.
The successful candidate will play a key part in building internal expertise and delivering innovative solutions to meet both internal and customer requirements. The role holder will lead and develop an agile team of data scientists across multiple projects. In addition to technical delivery, the role has a strategic dimension – identifying high‑impact opportunities and engaging across the wider organisation.
Location: This job role can be based in Manchester, Ipswich, Cheltenham. Onsite (Office based 5 days per week). Monday‑Friday 37.5 hours per week. You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting this role. You will need to have lived in the UK for 10+ years to be eligible.
What you’ll be doing
* Supports the exploitation of data on critical customer platforms.
* Mentors other Data Science & AI professionals, helping to improve the team’s abilities by acting as a technical resource.
* Coordinates the development and implementation of custom data models, intelligent algorithms, and AI solutions to apply to data sets.
* Pursue new opportunities to utilise data science/machine learning for improved outcomes.
* Champions, continuously develops and shares with team knowledge on emerging trends and changes in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Essential Skills
* Data Analysis
* Programming
* Scripting
* Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
* Statistical Analysis
What we'd like to see on your CV
* Programming/Scripting: Strong skills with compiled and interpreted languages such as python and scala.
* Data Analysis: Understanding of graphs, Networks, time‑series modelling, numerical algorithms and geospatial analytics.
* Machine Learning: Understanding of machine learning techniques and frameworks such as scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.
* Devops: Basic devops and system level linux skills – confident with ssh and shell scripting, cron, package management. Familiar with version control and a mix of development environments.
* Software Development: Highly experienced with compiled and interpreted languages such as Python and Scala/Java, confident with common in libraries like Pandas, NumPy.
* Cyber Analytics: Understanding and detecting threats in Networks data.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
* BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
* On-call allowance (Depending on the requirements of the role)
* 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
* Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
* World‑class training and development opportunities
* From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
* Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
* 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
* 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
* Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
* Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
* Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
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