Data Scientist

Overview

FINTEC recruit is seeking a Data Scientist for our client based in Manchester.

This is a Hybrid (Remote & Office Based) role. With a salary of £65k - £70k depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing monitoring and alerting systems across data platforms
• Collaborating with stakeholders to define relevant metrics, thresholds, and KPIs
• Building and maintaining production-level statistical and ML models using Python and PySpark
• Deploying solutions within AWS cloud infrastructure
• Developing scalable frameworks to support future monitoring needs across departments
• Investigating and resolving data anomalies and pipeline irregularities
• Driving data quality standards and encouraging adoption across the business
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to a culture of innovation, curiosity, and rigour
• Ensuring compliance with internal Security, Quality, and Health & Safety policies

Skills and Experience

We are looking for a proactive and technically strong Data Scientist who can develop and maintain monitoring systems across distributed data pipelines and drive data quality initiatives across multiple teams and projects.

• Proficiency in Python and SQL for analytical modelling, data interrogation, and scripting
• Hands-on experience with PySpark and distributed data processing at scale
• Production deployment of statistical or machine learning models
• Cloud infrastructure experience, preferably with AWS
• Methodical problem-solving mindset with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to define, scope, and independently deliver complex technical solutions
• Confidence working with non-technical stakeholders to define metrics and performance indicators
• Self-motivated, accountable, and eager to continue growing professionally
• Previous experience building monitoring or data quality frameworks is highly desirable

For further details and to apply please submit your current CV or apply via our FINTEC recruit website.