Data Scientist

Anson McCade
Lisburn
1 day ago
Create job alert

Data Scientist – Hybrid

Locations: Lisburn, County Antrim

Salary: £65,000 – £75,000


About the Role

Join a fast-growing technology company providing award-winning solutions that help retailers and building owners optimise energy usage, automate operations, and reduce environmental impact. Their platform integrates IoT, telemetry, and AI to deliver predictive insights across multiple sites globally. Working here means applying data science to real-world challenges, improving system efficiency and reliability for high-profile clients.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Analyse diverse datasets from connected building assets, energy systems, and environmental sensors.
  • Develop, test, and deploy advanced analytics frameworks and machine learning models.
  • Translate R&D and exploratory analysis into production-ready algorithms and reusable components.
  • Design experiments and predictive models to optimise energy consumption and building performance.
  • Communicate insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal and client-facing teams to align data solutions with business needs.
  • Stay up to date with emerging AI, machine learning, and energy technology trends.
  • Contribute to internal best practices, documentation, and team knowledge sharing.


Ideal Background

  • Strong analytical mindset and passion for deriving actionable insights from complex data.
  • Proficient in Python or R (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow or equivalent) and SQL.
  • Experience as a data scientist on client-facing software solutions, ideally in optimisation or energy-focused domains.
  • Solid foundation in statistical analysis, machine learning (regression, classification, clustering, time series).
  • Degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics.


Desirable:

  • MSc or PhD in a quantitative field.
  • Cloud-based ML deployment experience.
  • Version control experience (Git) and Agile collaboration.
  • Exposure to IoT, smart buildings, or energy systems.
  • Self-motivated, curious, and a strong communicator with a team-oriented mindset.


What You’ll Receive

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge smart building and sustainability technology.
  • Exposure to high-profile clients and impactful projects.
  • Hybrid working across offices in Lisburn and Gloucester.
  • Collaborative and innovation-driven culture.


Who Should Apply

This role is suited to data scientists passionate about AI, predictive analytics, energy optimisation, and smart building technology, eager to translate data into real-world operational impact.

Note: Exceptional candidates with relevant skills and experience, even if not meeting all listed requirements, are encouraged to apply.

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientist (Government)

Data Scientist - Renewable Energy

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How Many Machine Learning Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Machine Learning Job?

Machine learning is one of the most exciting and rapidly growing areas of tech. But for job seekers it can also feel like a maze of tools, frameworks and platforms. One job advert wants TensorFlow and Keras. Another mentions PyTorch, scikit-learn and Spark. A third lists Mlflow, Docker, Kubernetes and more. With so many names out there, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking you must learn everything just to be competitive. Here’s the honest truth most machine learning hiring managers won’t say out loud: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool. They hire you because you can solve real problems with the tools you know. Tools are important — no doubt — but context, judgement and outcomes matter far more. So how many machine learning tools do you actually need to know to get a job? For most job seekers, the real number is far smaller than you think — and more logically grouped. This guide breaks down exactly what employers expect, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to structure your learning for real career results.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Machine Learning Job Applications (UK Guide)

Whether you’re applying for machine learning engineer, applied scientist, research scientist, ML Ops or data scientist roles, hiring managers scan applications quickly — often making decisions before they’ve read beyond the top third of your CV. In the competitive UK market, it’s not enough to list skills. You must send clear signals of relevance, delivery, impact, reasoning and readiness for production — and do it within the first few lines of your CV or portfolio. This guide walks you through exactly what hiring managers look for first in machine learning applications, how they evaluate CVs and portfolios, and what you can do to improve your chances of getting shortlisted at every stage — from your CV and LinkedIn profile to your cover letter and project portfolio.

MLOps Jobs in the UK: The Complete Career Guide for Machine Learning Professionals

Machine learning has moved from experimentation to production at scale. As a result, MLOps jobs have become some of the most in-demand and best-paid roles in the UK tech market. For job seekers with experience in machine learning, data science, software engineering or cloud infrastructure, MLOps represents a powerful career pivot or progression. This guide is designed to help you understand what MLOps roles involve, which skills employers are hiring for, how to transition into MLOps, salary expectations in the UK, and how to land your next role using specialist platforms like MachineLearningJobs.co.uk.