Senior Data Scientist/AI/ML Engineer

Senior Data Science, AI/ML Engineer (Google Cloud - Retail) Location Leicester Duration 6 Month Fixed term contract About the rol eUST are currently recruiting for a Senior Data Science / Machine Learning Engineer in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and strong retail domain experience to lead the design and deployment of scalable, production-grade ML solutions that drive measurable business outcomes .This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives as an independent contributor while also mentoring peers, collaborating cross-functionally, and confidently engaging with senior stakeholders. You will own end-to-end ML initiatives from problem framing and modelling to productization and impact measurement . Key Responsibiliti • esArchitect, design, and deployment-to-end ML systems on Google Cloud at sca • leLead development of data pipelines, feature engineering frameworks, and MLOps workflo • wsStrong experience of ML libraries and applications e.g., Time series analysis, Neural Net, SVMs, boosting methods and implementation using Pyth • onExperience with Computer Vision / Vision models (shelf analytics, product recognition, OCR, etc • .)Experience in Deep Learning Technique • s.Translate ambiguous business problems into data science solutions and measurable KP • IsProficient in Data fetch, data merge, data wrangling, exploratory data analysis and feature engineeri • ngPartner with Product, Engineering, and Business stakeholders to influence strategy using data-driven insigh • tsImplement robust MLOps practices (CI/CD, model monitoring, automated retraining, observabilit • y)Building predictive models and segmentations to create better customer experienc • e.Evaluate and implement optimal solution designs by assessing alternative workflows, architectures, and process improvements to ensure efficiency, scalability, and reliabilit • y.Establish appropriate governance and controls by identifying risks and issues, and developing improved procedures, policies, and best practice • s.Develop, document, and maintain system protocols, operating procedures, and standards to ensure consistency, compliance, and maintainabilit • y.Support end users and stakeholders by creating and maintaining technical and user documentation, providing training, and offering operational support as require • d.Work closely with large team, great collaboration and stakeholder management skil • lsSafeguard sensitive data and maintain user trust by adhering to confidentiality, security, and compliance standard • s.Prepare technical and analytical reports by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data, insights, and trends to inform strategic decision-makin • g.Maintain and enhance professional and technical expertise through continuous learning, industry research, networking, and adoption of emerging technologies and best practices. Required Qualificatio • nsExcellent problem solving, Critical and Analytical thinking skills and hands on coding skil • lsBachelor s/Master s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related fie • ldStrong hands-on expertise with Google Cloud Platfo • rmAdvanced proficiency in Python and ML/AI frameworks (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorc • h)Experience designing scalable ML architectures and distributed data syste • msProven retail industry experience (mandator • y)Experience building real-time and batch ML solutio • nsStrong background in statistics, experimentation, A/B testing, and model validati • onAbility to independently drive projects from concept to producti • onExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Good to Ha • veExperience with Computer Vision / Vision models (shelf analytics, product recognition, OCR, etc • .)Exposure to GenAI / LLM applicatio • nsKubernetes/Docker and cloud-native deploymen • tsFeature stores and model registri • esGCP or ML certifications Soft Skills & Leadership Trai • tsStrong ownership mindset and accountabili • tyPositive, solution-oriented attitu • deEffective collaborator and team play • erAbility to mentor and guide junior team membe • rsStrong communication and storytelling skil • lsComfortably influencing senior stakeholders and driving adopti on