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Why Hiring

Entry-Level Data Scientist

Remote

United Kingdom

Full Time

24-04-2025

Job Specifications

At Why Hiring, we believe in the power of connecting talented individuals with incredible remote job opportunities. Our mission is to simplify the job search process and empower professionals to find fulfilling roles that align with their skills and passions, regardless of geographical constraints.

About The Role:
This role demands proficiency in developing deep learning technologies with a primary focus on Python programming. We’re looking for a Data Scientist who has an interest in solving challenging ML/ AI problems. The Data Science team works on a variety of exciting analytics (ML, AI) projects.

Responsibilities
Tackle complex and high-impact problems in collaboration with a top-tier team of data scientists and analytics professionals
Demonstrate a strong passion for solving challenging big data issues
Effectively communicate insights and findings to scientific, business, and stakeholder audiences
Extract and analyze data to develop prototype models for targeting and personalization
Work closely with engineers and fellow data scientists to deliver scalable solutions

Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or foreign degree equivalent)
Minimum of 1 year of experience in one or more of the following: analytics, data warehousing, or software engineering
At least 1 year of hands-on experience with open-source machine learning tools using Python or R
1 year of experience with scripting language such as Python
Experience in data engineering, including SQL and working with large structured or unstructured datasets
Strong practical experience in developing and implementing machine learning models and algorithms
Excellent skills in presenting data-driven insights effectively

About the Company
The company focused on solving complex data problems using advanced analytics and machine learning. The team applies modern data science techniques to develop tailored solutions for a variety of use cases. With a strong emphasis on innovation, the company combines technical expertise with insights from experienced professionals to deliver impactful results across different industries.

Key Skills
Data Science (required)
Python (required)
R (required)
SQL (required)

About the Company

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