Data Scientist

Base Location: Reading, Havant, Dublin, Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £35,200 -£52,800 + performance related bonus and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The Role:

As a Data Scientist, you’ll be part of the Business Energy Data & AI Platform teams. You’ll work in Agile teams to create data solutions, build and use machine learning models, and help shape systems that react to data in real time. You’ll also work closely with business teams to share insights and support smart decision-making.

You will:

• Collaborate in Agile teams to rapidly develop proof of concepts in direct partnership with business stakeholders.
• Design and implement cutting-edge machine learning models and compelling data visualisations.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business leaders and senior executives.
• Provide data-driven recommendations that support leadership decision-making and organisational goals.
• Work closely with cloud development, data engineering, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery, while upholding security standards and proactively reporting risks and incidents to protect against cyber threats and data loss.

You have:

• Proficiency in machine learning and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, Keras, and PyTorch, with strong programming skills in Python (Pandas, NumPy, PySpark, Jupyter) and experience using Git for version control.
• A degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field, with practical experience or advanced study in AI/ML solution design and implementation.
• Proven ability to design and deploy AI/ML solutions using modern data science platforms and MLOps tools, along with hands-on experience in cognitive services and artificial intelligence applications.
• Expertise in advanced data visualisation techniques for complex datasets using tools like Tableau, and fluency in SQL for effective data manipulation and analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical insights to diverse audiences.

About SSE 

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. 

SSE Airtricity, Ireland's largest energy provider, supplies green electricity, natural gas, and energy services to 800,000 homes and businesses across Ireland and Northern Ireland. We power the net zero transition by bringing customers the greenest energy on the island. Around 40% of our electricity comes from renewable sources - over three times the average across the island. 

Flexible benefits to fit your life 

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. 

Work with an equal opportunity employer 

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact david.brickell@sse.com / 01738 275846 to discuss how we can support you. 

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. 

Ready to apply? 

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work. 

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