Head of Data Science

This Head of Data Science role is focused on driving the transition towards machine learning engineering, championing end-to-end model ownership from research through to deployment in production. It would suit someone who can bring strong leadership and operational judgement to the role.

Role overview

As Head of Data Science, you’ll lead a growing team of 6+ scientists embedded across product and functional teams, while also setting the technical direction and ensuring alignment. Ability to structure and lead embedded data science teams, partnering effectively with senior stakeholders across multiple domains.

Main responsibilities

Drive the transition towards machine learning engineering, championing end-to-end model ownership from research through to deployment in production. Data scientists here have traditionally combined reporting with predictive modelling, but the business is now creating a dedicated leadership role to bring focus, structure and eng. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the data science strategy, support the career growth of talented scientists, and deliver measurable impact in areas such as search, pricing.

What helps someone succeed

Strong leadership and operational judgement.

Requirements

• Engineering mindset, with experience moving teams toward machine learning engineering best practice.
• Proven leadership experience in data science or machine learning, ideally within product-led or consumer-facing organisations.
• Strong background in building and deploying ML models at scale in production environments.