Data Science Manager: Simulation & Digital Twin Leader

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in the UK is looking for a Data Science Manager to drive the simulation and digital twin capabilities across their operations. This role involves managing a team, developing reusable simulation components, and collaborating with various stakeholders to turn business challenges into data science applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in simulation design, strong programming skills in Python or Java, and familiarity with software engineering practices. This position offers flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience of designing, implementing, and analysing simulations.
• Strong programming skills in Python or Java.
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and mentor Data Scientists in simulation models.
• Support teams in designing reusable simulation components.
• Translate business challenges into data science problems.
• Contribute to the end-to-end project lifecycle of Data Science developments.

Skills

Designing simulation models

Programming in Python or Java

Software engineering practices

Tools

Version control

Cloud technologies

Job description

A leading retailer in the UK is looking for a Data Science Manager to drive the simulation and digital twin capabilities across their operations. This role involves managing a team, developing reusable simulation components, and collaborating with various stakeholders to turn business challenges into data science applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in simulation design, strong programming skills in Python or Java, and familiarity with software engineering practices. This position offers flexible working arrangements.