Data Science and AI Consultant

Salary: £95,000 - 130,000 per year

Requirements:

• We require applicants to hold UK security clearance to SC with eligibility for DV, or DV level.
• We are looking for hands-on experience applying data science, machine learning or AI techniques in Defence and Security, the wider public sector, industry or academia.
• We require practical experience using Python or equivalent tools to analyse data, develop models or build AI-enabled solutions.
• We expect understanding of common data science and machine learning approaches, such as statistical modelling, supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, transformers, generative AI and agentic AI patterns.
• We need the ability to assess the suitability, limitations and risks of different AI/ML techniques for real client use cases.
• We expect experience working across at least part of the data science or machine learning lifecycle, from exploration and prototyping through to evaluation, deployment or operational use.
• We require strong communication skills, including preparing clear reports and presentations and explaining complex technical issues to diverse audiences.
• We need the ability to build productive relationships with colleagues, clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• We value evidence of contribution beyond individual delivery, such as mentoring, practice development, proposition development or supporting bids.
• We are particularly interested in experience with AI/ML techniques applied to text, audio, imagery, video, geospatial, graph or multimodal data.
• We are particularly interested in experience developing solutions using machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn or Hugging Face.
• We are particularly interested in experience using cloud-based data science and machine learning services across AWS, Azure, GCP or equivalent platforms.
• We are particularly interested in experience developing high-quality, maintainable code and working with software engineering practices such as version control, testing, code review and CI/CD.
• We are particularly interested in experience with MLOps or workflow tools such as MLflow, Kubeflow, Argo or equivalent frameworks.
• We are particularly interested in experience scaling models or analytical services for enterprise or operational use.
• We are particularly interested in experience applying statistical methods, model evaluation techniques and uncertainty analysis.
• We are particularly interested in understanding responsible AI, including fairness, explainability, transparency, robustness, privacy, security and human oversight.
• We are particularly interested in experience working in secure, sensitive or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities:

• We apply data science, machine learning and AI techniques to solve complex client problems.
• We research, prototype and develop innovative solutions that deliver real-world impact.
• We work across the lifecycle, from understanding user needs and exploring data through to building, evaluating, scaling and managing AI-enabled services.
• We help implement new techniques and technologies, including generative AI and agentic AI patterns where appropriate.
• We produce high-quality technical output, analysis, reports and presentations.
• We work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, delivery leads, analysts and client stakeholders.
• We shape new propositions and support the development of future client opportunities.
• We contribute to team learning, mentoring and practice development.
• We build a deep understanding of the Defence and Security sector, including the operational, ethical, security and delivery considerations that shape successful AI solutions.

Technologies:

• Agentic AI
• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• GCP
• Support
• Kubeflow
• Machine Learning
• MLflow
• MLOps
• PyTorch
• Python
• Security
• TensorFlow

More:

We are growing our teams across Technology and Transformation and are looking for talented data science, machine learning and AI practitioners to join our multidisciplinary team focused on clients in the Defence and Security sector. We work on complex, mission-focused problems where data, AI and technology can improve decision-making, operational outcomes and lasting impact. Our office locations are London, Bristol and Manchester, with hybrid working available. We offer the opportunity to work flexibly across local offices, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely, alongside world-class development, a culture that values inclusion and collaboration, and a focus on purpose, wellbeing and personal growth. Our business line is Technology & Transformation, within Engineering, AI and Data.

last updated 36 week of 2026