Senior Data Scientist MLOps, AWS, Python - Retail - Hybrid

Senior Data Scientist (MLOps, AWS, Python) - FMCG/Retail - London/Hybrid
Day rate: £700 - £900 (inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Start: Now

My new client is looking for a Senior or Principal Data Scientist with strong experience in machine learning, statistical modelling, and production-level ML systems. Must have experience building and shipping production-level ML pipelines in some cloud platform and writing production level code, working closely with Engineers.

Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and deploy ML models and statistical analyses, including time series forecasting, clustering, and econometrics
* Design and implement production-grade ML pipelines using modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
* Write clean, maintainable Python code and performant SQL for data wrangling, analysis, and model deployment
* Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to scale models and insights into production environments
* Take technical ownership of projects, mentor junior team members, and influence data science best practices

Requirements:
* 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong portfolio of real-world projects
* Expertise in machine learning and statistical modelling techniques
(time series, clustering, econometrics preferred)
* Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
* Comfortable working in engineering-focused teams and writing production-level code

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements