Be among the first 25 applicants.About The CompanyProspec Associates is a distinguished engineering consultancy renowned for its specialized services across various technical engineering sectors. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, the company provides tailored engineering solutions that meet the evolving needs of its diverse client base. Prospec Associates prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring that its team remains at the forefront of technological advancements. Serving clients globally, the company emphasizes integrity, quality, and sustainability in all its projects, establishing a reputation as a trusted partner in engineering excellence.About The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join Prospec Associates on a contract basis outside IR35, with the role being fully remote. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise to analyze complex datasets, develop insightful models, and deliver data‑driven solutions that give our clients a competitive edge. The role involves working closely with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and software development, to translate business challenges into actionable analytics. The Data Scientist will play a crucial part in designing algorithms, creating visualisations, and communicating findings effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.QualificationsThe successful candidate will possess a strong educational background, ideally holding a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience as a Data Scientist is essential, with proficiency in Python and its libraries such as Numpy, Pandas, Scikit‑Learn, Matplotlib, and Plotly. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in statistical modelling, machine learning, and data mining techniques. Experience with data engineering, including pipelines, databases, and cloud infrastructure—particularly AWS—is highly desirable. Additionally, familiarity with data analysis, visualisation, and cleansing processes is required. Knowledge of applying data science within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial contexts will be considered an advantage, along with a strong analytical mindset and excellent communication skills.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and understand business problems, translating them into data‑driven solutions.Design, develop, and implement algorithms and statistical models to analyse and interpret complex datasets.Work closely with software engineers to integrate predictive models into production environments, ensuring seamless deployment.Communicate insights and findings effectively to technical teams and non‑technical stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualisations.Maintain high standards of data quality and accuracy across all deliverables, ensuring reliable outputs.Monitor, evaluate, and optimise the performance of models and algorithms to enhance their effectiveness over time.Stay informed about emerging trends, tools, and technologies in data science to continuously improve analytical capabilities.BenefitsJoining Prospec Associates as a Data Scientist offers the opportunity to work in a flexible, fully remote environment with a forward‑thinking engineering consultancy. The role provides exposure to diverse projects across multiple sectors, fostering professional development and expertise in advanced data science techniques. The company values its employees, offering competitive compensation packages, opportunities for ongoing learning, and a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation. Additionally, the contract nature of the role allows for a focus on impactful work without long‑term commitments.Equal OpportunityProspec Associates is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated fairly and equally. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and fosters a culture of innovation and mutual respect.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAnalystIndustriesTechnology, Information and MediaLocationUnited KingdomReferral ProgramReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hirenza by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr