GenAI & Data Science Lead — Hybrid, London

Virgin Media Business Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to drive technology decisions. You will create data frameworks, collaborate with technology teams, and develop AI-native products, playing a key role in strategic roadmaps. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in Python, R, and SQL, with a graduate degree in a relevant field. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary + Bonus

25 days annual leave, option to purchase 5 more

Matched pension contribution up to 10%

Subsidy on health insurance premium

Free access to LinkedIn Learning & Coursera

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• 3+ years in data science focused on building data and AI products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex datasets.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting findings.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced data science, machine learning, AI/Gen-AI for tech decisions.
• Create technology strategy data and AI frameworks.
• Collaborate with technology teams for proof of concepts.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Graduate degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Tools

Cloud platforms (GCP preferred)

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to drive technology decisions. You will create data frameworks, collaborate with technology teams, and develop AI-native products, playing a key role in strategic roadmaps. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in Python, R, and SQL, with a graduate degree in a relevant field. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.