Senior Data Scientist (Lead/Principal Level Considered)

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a global client who are hiring for a Senior Data Scientist. This is a high-impact, strategic role focused on Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Large Language Models (LLMs) - with real-world applications and strong scope for progression.

There is flexibility to appoint at Lead or Principal level for candidates with the right experience and leadership background.

Location: Belfast (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Key Responsibilities:

• Full ownership of the ML lifecycle - from data through to production
• Building and deploying LLM/NLP solutions, including RAG and Generative AI use cases
• Working within a modern AWS/MLOps environment
• Driving innovation and helping shape ML strategy
• Collaborating across data, engineering, and business teams

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive experience in Data Science or Machine Learning roles
• Strong track record in applied machine learning
• Skilled in designing scalable, production-ready systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Comfortable in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment

What's on Offer:

• Hybrid working (3 days in Belfast office)
• Salary range: Depends on Experience
• Annual Bonus
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• And Many more

For more information about this opportunity - or to discuss other IT roles in Belfast or across Northern Ireland - please apply via the link below or reach out to Jarlath O'Rourke in strict confidence.