Data Scientist, Cardiff

We’re currently looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join a leading data organisation on a 12-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact analytical initiatives that directly influence product strategy, customer outcomes, and business decision-making.

You’ll work across large and complex datasets, applying statistical analysis, modelling techniques, and data science best practices to deliver actionable insights. The role also offers exposure to cloud-based analytics environments and modern data platforms such as Databricks.

• Analyse large and complex datasets to uncover actionable business insights
• Conduct statistical analysis to support product strategy and operational decisions
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to key stakeholders
• Support customer portfolio analysis, including credit application and risk analysis
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve model performance
• Contribute to research and development initiatives within the data science function
• Support the migration of analytical workflows to cloud-based platforms
• Process, match, and merge large-scale datasets from multiple data sources
• Collaborate with analytics and wider business teams on strategic initiatives

• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Methods, or similar
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques
• Experience working with large and complex datasets
• Hands‑on experience with cloud technologies, ideally Databricks
• Proficiency in Python, R, or other data science programming languages
• Experience with modelling, scoring techniques, and data mining methodologies
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team