Lead Data Scientist

Data Science / Data Analytics Team Lead,working with senior management to lead the evolution of data infrastructure and analytics as they build and develop next generation of self-service data tools for customers and transition to new Azure Cloud platform.You will lead a small team of skilled analysts, enabling the business to maintain operational outputs whilst also providing coaching and mentorship to upskill the team. We are looking for a critical thinker who has experience in building and developing new analytical data structures, to extract the most insight from our data.Strong experience in Dimensional Data modelling, data warehousing, data processing (Map Reduce)Team Lead/Mentoring experienceExpert in SQL and at least one statistical analysis programming language (R, Python or Julia)Proficient in at least one BI tool (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense).Key responsibilitiesManage a small team of skilled analysts.Be a key decision maker in the development of new Azure cloud based data warehouse and analytics toolsLead in the development of new data structures.Lead in the creation of new analytical insights, vision for dataKey stakeholder management of internal and external consumers.Provide coaching and mentorship to junior members of the team.Provide best practice techniques for analytics (code review, optimisation, critical thinking, data validation, version control)Continuously look to improve and expand data capabilities.ExperienceExperience in a Senior Data Analyst/Scientist roleDemonstrable experience using Datamodelling (dimensional modelling), warehousing, processing (Map Reduce) and transformation techniquesExpert in SQLAnalytical programming language (Python (preferred), R or Julia)Advocate of IAC principles and best practice coding (GIT, SVN)Ability to optimise workflows and analysis for map reduce processingExperience with BI software (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense)Any experience with data engineering, PySpark, Databricks, Delta Lakes beneficialConfident presenting complex problems in ways suitable to target audienceExperience leading or managing a small analysis teamFamiliarity working in an agile teamThis is a Hybrid role and will require at least 1 day week,ideally two in the HQ in ExeterIf you are a highly motivated and experienced Data Analyst/Leader, passionate about driving innovation in the data science and analytics space, we would love to hear from you.This advert was posted by Staffworx Limited - a UK based recruitment consultancy supporting the global E-commerce, software & consulting sectors. Services advertised by Staffworx are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.LocationDevon, 1-2 days week on site
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