Lead Data Scientist

Role: Lead Data ScientistExperience: 9+ years of overall IT experience, with 4+ years of experience as a Data Scientist and hands-on experience in LLMsLocation: ColomboAbout the RoleOur client is looking for a Lead Data Scientist with strong Python skills, expertise in modern data processing and LLM frameworks, and the ability to deliver scalable solutions while collaborating with teams in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deploy machine learning models for analytics and automationAnalyze data to support business strategy and decision-makingDesign solutions to improve financial service operationsCollaborate with engineering and business teamsMaintain data pipelines and support real-time analyticsUse machine learning to enhance risk assessment and fraud detectionCommunicate insights through reports and dashboardsStay current with trends in data science and financial technologyProficient in Python, R, or ScalaExperienced in data cleaning using Pandas, NumPy, and SQLSkilled with machine learning tools like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learnStrong problem-solving and analytical thinkingAble to explain complex data to non-technical stakeholdersCapable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentDegree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related fieldOver three years of experience in data science or machine learningExperienced with large datasets and distributed computing like Spark or HadoopStrong understanding of statistics, probability, and optimizationFamiliar with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or AzureBackground in financial services including trading or risk management is a plusRequired Knowledge & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.9+ years of overall IT experience, with 4+ years of experience as a Data Scientist and hands-on experience in LLMsHands-on experience in developing and deploying GenAI/LLM applications in production environments, including containerisation and CI/CD pipelines.Exposure to cloud platforms (ideally Azure and Databricks).Bonus: Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed computing (Spark or similar). SkilledSearch is an equal opportunities provider. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.