About Skillfield Skillfield is a specialist technology consultancy operating at the intersection of cyber, data and AI. We partner with enterprise clients to protect, transform and empower their organisations with forward-thinking solutions. Our reputation is built on outcomes, not effort. The Opportunity Fixed Term Contract – until June 2026 We’re looking for a Data Scientist (AI & Analytics) consultant to join our team and contribute to the development of intelligent, data-driven solutions. This role blends traditional data science techniques with AI. You’ll be involved in everything from sourcing and preparing data to building predictive models and deploying AI-powered applications. If you enjoy working with data to uncover insights, solve complex problems, and drive innovation, this role is for you. What You’ll Do Data Integration & Preparation : Source, acquire , cleanse, and transform data from internal and external sources to make it fit for purpose. Statistical & Mathematical Modelling : Apply techniques from statistics, probability, and mathematics to build robust models and validate hypotheses. AI & Machine Learning : Develop and refine models using supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques for tasks such as forecasting, classification, and recommendation. Advanced Analytics : Use techniques such as text mining, pattern matching, semantic analysis, sentiment analysis, network and cluster analysis, multivariate statistics, graph analysis, and simulation. Exploratory Analysis : Investigate datasets to assess their potential, formulate hypotheses, and explore insights using analytics sandboxes. Model Lifecycle Management : Train, validate , monitor, and evolve models over time to ensure relevance and accuracy. Problem Solving : Investigate business challenges and assess the usefulness of data science solutions, anticipating risks and implications. Collaboration & Communication : Work with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions and communicate findings clearly. What You’ll Be Working On Building predictive and real-time models to support decision-making and create business value. Supporting AI initiatives including generative AI, NLP, and computer vision. Contributing to the development, evaluation, and deployment of scalable data science solutions. What You’ll Bring Proficiency in Python or R, with experience in libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch , or Hugging Face. Strong foundation in statistics, probability, and mathematical modelling. Experience with SQL and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Familiarity with MLOps practices and model deployment. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities. Why Join Skillfield ? Be part of a team serious about doing work that matters Join a culture that values clarity, autonomy and shared success Enjoy flexibility, support, and performance-based recognition Ready to make a measurable impact? Apply now and help us deliver impact that matters.
