Lead Data Scientist

 

Description:

Data & Insights scale up in the commodities & trading space hiring for a Lead Data Scientist to join their strong team and spearhead the Data Science function! You will be responsible for building production level Machine Learning models, working closely with the Data Engineering & Software Engineering teams and taking ownership over Data Science within the business. Your responsibilities as a Lead Data Scientist will include but not be limited to:

 

  • Build production level Machine Learning models in Python to build insights into the commodities trading industry for the platform.
  • Predict market trends & forecast prices of commodities through the use of Machine Learning and Data Science.
  • Work closely with and help mentor some of the more junior software engineers within the Data team.
  • Engage with senior business stakeholders, reporting directly into the CTO and guiding C-level executives on the Data Science roadmap and strategy.

 

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

 

A successful Lead Data Scientist will have the following:

 

  • Degree in STEM subject from strong University (UK Top 20 or similar).
  • Strong coding skills in Python (& Numpy) and good understanding of software engineering best practices
  • MUST have exposure to some of the following: Time series forecasting and price prediction of commodities for trading models or trading & investment insights.
  • Experience working in trading/ capital markets or energy & commodities

Organization Xcede
Industry IT / Telecom / Software Jobs
Occupational Category Lead Data Scientist
Job Location London,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2024-01-08 3:09 pm
Expires on 2025-01-22