TL;DR

Senior Data Scientist (AI): Lead design, development, and deployment of advanced analytical and AI solutions with an accent on machine learning, generative AI, and production-grade model deployment. Focus on building scalable ML/LLM products, experimentation culture, and driving AI adoption across business units.

Location: Hybrid in Dublin, Ireland with 3 days in office and 2 days remote

Company

BT Group is a leading UK telecommunications company undergoing digital transformation with a focus on AI and infrastructure innovation.

What you will do

  • Transform business opportunities into actionable analytical products driving strategic decisions.
  • Design innovative analytical solutions and develop robust algorithms for data-driven decision-making.
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of ML/LLM products from scoping to production rollout.
  • Oversee production analytical solutions lifecycle adhering to best practices.
  • Lead small DS/ML teams and collaborate with Data Engineering to build scalable pipelines.
  • Drive experimentation culture, documentation standards, and model reproducibility.

Requirements

  • Must be based in or able to work hybrid in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Proven experience delivering impactful data science solutions with a Master’s degree or equivalent.
  • Strong expertise in machine learning frameworks, generative AI, and production ML pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred), Airflow, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Databricks.
  • Experience with LLM fine-tuning, RAG systems, LangChain, LlamaIndex, and Vector DBs.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Culture & Benefits

  • Competitive salary with 10% on target bonus and pension scheme contributions.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and option to buy additional days.
  • Hybrid working with modern offices in Canal Plaza, Dublin.
  • Life assurance and healthcare cover from day one.
  • Access to training programs and volunteering opportunities.