Data Scientist

Job title:

Data Scientist

Company:

DEPT

Job description

Manchester or London, hybridDEPT®/AI has a single mission: to make the best work in the industry using AI to enhance everything we do. This role sits within our EMEA Data & AI practice, which has deep expertise in leveraging AI. The team includes data strategists, consultants, data scientists and analysts that work alongside DEPT® teams around the world across different services – from commerce, to full-funnel media, content engineering to internal operations. You will be solving some of the hardest and most challenging problems facing some of the best loved brands in the world – and doing this alongside an experienced team.JOB PURPOSEWe are seeking a talented and passionate Data Scientist to join our growing team. As a Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying innovative solutions for our clients across various industries. You will collaborate with a team of experts to solve complex business challenges using cutting-edge technologies.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design data-driven solutions tailored to client challenges, leveraging advanced analytical methods, ML models, and AI technologies to deliver business value.

• Build predictive models to assess media effectiveness, forecast customer behavior, and recommend personalized content or products, informed by a deep understanding of customer journeys and marketing objectives.

• Implement end-to-end scalable ML systems – including model training, inferencing, deployment, and monitoring – leveraging latest cloud technologies.

• Perform advanced statistical analysis including A/B testing, causal inference, and experimental design
• Work closely with data engineers, analysts, consultants and clients – taking a leading role in guiding and integrating efforts to ensure seamless development of solutions that create business impact
• Communicate complex technical solutions to clients in an understandable way, delivering progress reports and demonstrations
• Consult and guide clients on data and ML implementation, serving as a trusted advisor on data-driven decision making

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• MSc degree in a highly analytical and quantitative discipline like Econometrics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics or Artificial Intelligence

• Experience in advanced analytics, data science and/or ML engineering roles
• A strong foundation in traditional statistical methods (e.g. regression, time series, probabilistic models), combined with a proactive mindset for exploring and applying cutting-edge developments in ML and AI.
• Understanding of customer experience principles and marketing analytics including customer journey mapping, conversion optimization, and media effectiveness.
• Proficiency in Python with extensive experience in data science libraries (e.g.scikit-learn, pandas, NumPy, SciPy, etc)
• Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, XGBoost, LightGBM, or similar
• Strong SQL skills and experience with data warehousing solutions (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their ML and AI services (SageMaker, Azure ML, Vertex AI)
• Knowledge of MLOps tools including Docker, MLflow, Kubeflow, or similar platforms
• Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development practices
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to business audiences

WE OFFER:

• The benefits depend upon the location where you apply from, so feel free to check with the recruiter.
• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified

and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global – at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!

• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
• Global annual

in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.WHO ARE WE?We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, and your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our client’s problems, no matter where you are in the world.DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSIONAt DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts .

Expected salary

Location

Manchester – London

Job date

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 03:16:33 GMT

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