Data Scientist

Description & Requirements Be part of something great... Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care. You will with key stakeholders, data management and BI teams across Maximus UK implement a data science environment. Working with 3rd party AI and ML solution providers to investigate POC's that deliver insight and demonstrate the potential to improve contractual performance and quality. Development, testing and deployment of predictive models to improve performance across all Maximus organisations. A senior data scientist is also expected to coordinate projects / data science processes and technically mentor more junior data scientists. Non London - £57,000 - £62,000pa London - £62,000 - £67,000pa • Work with stakeholders across MAXIMUS UK to formulate demonstrable POCs using AI and ML methodologies to drive contractual efficiency, predict outcomes to inform better performance, improved quality measures and insight • Design and build a data science environment supported by the data management team to enable the usage of large-scale multi-source data sets • Establish and document analytical and model development processes to embed best practice and deliver robust outcomes • Document analytical insight and predictive models developed, and clearly present findings back to key stakeholders before implementing in a production environment • Access, integrate and transform data sets required to support analysis and modelling across a broad range of business domains • Apply programming using Python, R and modelling platforms, tools and libraries that meet a wide range of business challenges / opportunities • Maintain exposure to developments and best practice in data science and statistical analysis in industry • Utilise data visualisation tools to present statistical findings to management and operational teams • Deploy and monitor predictive models in operational environments to deliver value and maintain / improve effectiveness and conduct robust testing • Educated to degree level in maths, statistics, operational research or equivalent numerate discipline. • Significant experience in the creation and deployment of predictive models • Experience of Microsoft Azure, Python, R and statistical modelling platforms, tools and libraries • Experience of a working with range of different data management platforms including with SQL Server • Experience of working in a well governed data science environment and delivery of complex analytical projects • Experience in working in Agile teams • Ability to understand complex business challenges and define potential analytical projects for insight and value • Ability to analyse data and develop and deploy data science solutions, either as a subject matter expert within a team or independently • Ability to collaborate across BI / IT teams internally and externally to deliver projects • Delivery of priorities to standard and deadline using a logical and commercial approach and excellent time management skills • Highly effective and professional communication skills when working with both team colleagues and internal/external stakeholders • Excellent attention to detail with an ability to work effectively in a team and independently • Ability to work accurately under time pressure EEO Statement Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post. We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking you if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for interview. YourGuaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, Maximus will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process. £ 57,000.00 £ 67,000.00 •