Data Scientist

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of Version 1 and what we do:

• UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!

• Develop, train, and evaluate machine learning models.
• Collaborate with data engineers and product teams to integrate AI solutions.
• Deploy models using MLOps practices and tools.
• Create and maintain extensive documentation on AI models, including strengths, weaknesses, and limitations based on data and research.
• Experiment with multiple AI models to identify the most suitable one for a given dataset.
• Provide continuous support to internal staff through knowledge transfer and training.
• Ensure AI systems are secure and protected from potential attacks.

• 7+ years experience in Database, Data and Analytics.
• Proficiency in Python and machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with cloud-based ML services such as Azure ML and Amazon SageMaker.
• Proven experience in prompt engineering.
• Ability to justify model selection and performance using factual evidence.
• Strong communication skills in English, both oral and written (IET or equivalent).
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for AI systems, including GDPR, EU AI Act, and responsible AI use in public services.
• Up-to-date knowledge of AI system security and best practices.

Why Version 1?

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.

And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.

Ekta Bahl - Talent Acquisition Capability Partner

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