Data Scientist

Role: Data Scientist / Engineer Location: Remote / London - up to 1 day per week on-site Duration: 5 Months Day rate: £560 Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with strong Data Engineering capabilities to support the Digital Screening programme. This role will play a key part in shaping a new digital screening service by leading exploratory analysis and supporting the development of high-quality dashboards and reporting products. You will work within a multidisciplinary Agile team, collaborating with Data Engineers, Analysts, and User-Centred Design (UCD) professionals to deliver robust, data-driven insights and scalable data solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead exploratory data analysis (EDA) to inform dashboard design and reporting outputs Define data requirements and determine appropriate dashboard content Identify and mitigate data quality risks and ensure data integrity Design, build, and maintain reusable data pipelines and datasets using Python and PySpark Develop and test datasets used in BI dashboards and reporting products Work with stakeholders to translate business needs into data solutions and insights Collaborate within an Agile delivery team, contributing to sprints, stand-ups, and planning sessions Apply modern engineering best practices including CI/CD, TDD, and DevSecOps Engage in pair programming and adhere to collaborative coding standards Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Python and PySpark Solid background in exploratory data analysis and data modelling Experience with Palantir platforms, ideally including the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) Proficiency with BI and data platforms such as Redshift, Databricks, or similar Experience building and validating datasets for dashboards and reporting Strong understanding of data pipelines, data quality, and governance principles Proven ability to work independently in Agile environments Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including UCD professionals Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and TDD practices Experience with pair programming and collaborative development approaches Desirable Skills Experience working within the NHS or wider public sector Familiarity with screening programmes or clinical data systemsIf you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website