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10 months ago
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Location: Canary Wharf, London (3 days onsite)
Contract Length: 10 months
Daily Rate: £800 - £850 (inside IR35 via umbrella)

Are you a seasoned Data Scientist with a passion for Generative AI? Our client is seeking a Gen AI Specialist to join their dynamic Technology team in Canary Wharf. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative solutions that address complex financial data challenges, particularly in credit risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and coordination of analytical plans, ensuring alignment with various teams.
Manage deliverables in an agile environment while maintaining clear and effective communication with stakeholders.
Present analytical findings, updates, and challenges to diverse audiences including business units, technology management, and risk review teams.
Execute data modelling and cleaning processes utilising both internal and external data sources.
Build predictive and prescriptive models through data manipulation and cleaning.
Design, manage, and deploy analytical solutions leveraging Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Large Language Models (LLMs) into production systems following the technology SDLC process.
Implement features throughout the ML lifecycle-Development, Testing, Training, Production, and Monitoring-to ensure the scalability and reliability of solutions.Qualifications:

PhD or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of industry experience as a data scientist, with a focus on ML modelling, Ranking, Recommendations, or Personalization systems.
Proven track record of designing and developing scalable and reliable machine learning systems.
Strong expertise in ML/DL/LLM algorithms, model architectures, and training techniques.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, TensorFlow, or equivalent analytical/model-building tools.
Familiarity with tools and technologies related to LLMs.
Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
Experience with GenAI/LLMs projects.
Familiarity with distributed data/computing tools (e.g., Hadoop, Hive, Spark, MySQL).
Background in financial services, including banking or risk management.
Knowledge of capital markets and financial instruments, along with modelling expertise.

If you are a forward-thinking individual with an adaptive mindset ready to tackle complex business problems, we want to hear from you! Join our client's innovative team and contribute to the future of financial data analysis.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

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