Data Scientist - Oliver Bernard

Skills

Python Decision-making Machine Learning Computer Vision AWS Django

Job Specifications

Data Scientist
London
Up to PS110K
We're looking for a commercially minded Data Scientist with a strong foundation in machine learning to help us solve practical, high-impact problems across hospitality and workforce optimisation.
You'll work with real partner data to build and deploy models that improve labour planning, service quality, and decision-making at scale.
What you'll be doing:
Developing and deploying machine learning models to forecast demand and optimise labour allocation
Measuring and improving quality of service using data-driven models
Exploring and interpreting partner data to uncover insights and present them clearly to both internal and external stakeholders
Building visualisations, tools, and infrastructure to make our processes and outputs scale smoothly
Collaborating across teams to bring technical solutions to life -- and deliver real value for our partners
What we're looking for:
4 + years of experience building production-ready ML models
Strong Python skills and hands-on familiarity with ML libraries and frameworks
Solid understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning, and the judgement to apply the right approach
Previous experience developing real-world ML products in areas like demand forecasting, optimisation, or computer vision
Comfortable working with AWS services (e.g. SageMaker, Lambda)
Strong grasp of statistics and modelling, with the ability to turn raw data into actionable insight
Willingness to learn the basics of backend development (Python/Django or Go) to support end-to-end delivery

About the Company

OB are an industry leading technology recruitment consultancy operating across the UK and Europe. Established in 2010 by Billy Jenkins and James Mace, we specialise across the entire tech industry - placing contract and permanent talent in technical roles, ranging from entry level to C-level positions. With more than a decade’s experience, we’re the number one agency for some of the most exciting technology brands in the UK including ASOS, SKY, BBC and SkyScanner. Our extensive talent pool is made up of the best technology ... Know more