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Data Scientist - Time Series Forecasting

Lorien
London Contract GBP 169,000 – 182,000
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Data Scientist - Time Series Forecasting
Inside IR35
6 Months
Hybrig/Remote

We're looking for a Data Scientist with a background in time series forecasting to join a growing, high-impact data team. This is an opportunity to work across the full lifecycle of advanced analytics projects, delivering scalable solutions to complex, real-world business challenges.

The Role

As a Data Scientist, you will:

  • Lead and contribute across the end-to-end data science lifecycle, from problem definition and research through to deployment and optimization.

  • Design, develop and scale time series forecasting models to drive business decision-making

  • Work cross-functionally with Data Engineers, ML Engineers and product teams to deliver production-ready solutions

  • Translate complex data science concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Ensure best practices in model performance, explainability, robustness and governance

  • Stay at the forefront of emerging techniques, particularly within forecasting and predictive modelling

  • Mentor team members and help build technical capability across the team

What We're Looking For

Essential experience:

  • Experience in Data Science with a proven track record of solving complex problems

  • Expertise in time series forecasting (e.g. demand forecasting, trend modelling, seasonality analysis)

  • Solid foundation in statistical modelling and machine learning theory

  • Proficiency in Python and experience working with large, complex datasets using SQL and Spark

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities across a portfolio of projects

  • Experience engaging both technical and business stakeholders

  • Experience with libraries such as SciPy, Scikit-learn, PyTorch, Keras

  • Experience working with cloud platforms and modern data stacks (e.g. Databricks, Azure)

  • Knowledge of building and deploying large-scale machine learning systems

  • Familiarity with Agile delivery environments

  • A curious, problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering real business impact

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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