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Lead Data Scientist
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Dunelm
Lead Data Scientist
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Description
Hybrid requirements: This role has flexible working patterns.
Insight and Analytics (I&A) has been recognised by Dunelm as a key enabler for the next phase of growth and the business is investing in both the technology and people to deliver this.
The department plays a pivotal role, as we strive to achieve our mission to put data and insight at the heart of decision making across the business.
Within I&A, the data science team is responsible for building and maintaining machine learning models; as well as working with data and platform engineers to put them into production. At Dunelm we have a focus on providing a more personalised experience for our customers. The data science team is there to help realise that aim. You’ll create, maintain and help put into production models that help us understand customer behaviours. You’ll also get the chance to work with other teams across Insight & Analytics to support the use of advanced analytics in other projects, as well as championing data science across the wider business.
What you’ll be doing
Design, develop, and implement machine learning models and algorithms to solve business problems, making data-informed recommendations and decisions.
Lead and manage data science projects from inception to completion, ensuring we meet project goals and deadlines. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to align data science initiatives with Dunelm’s wider goals; and to put models into production. Contribute to the vision for data science and analytics, recommending ways to improve the quality of our outputs. Champion best practices such as version control, unit testing, code review, and well documented applications. Provide guidance, mentorship, and knowledge sharing to junior team members, fostering professional growth and development Effectively communicate technical findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights. This role does not currently involve line management responsibility but there may be future opportunity to do so should you wish to
What we’ll look for in you
Essential Skills
Deep working knowledge of different data science and machine learning techniques Strong programming skills in Python and SQL Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Project management skills with the ability to drive projects to successful completion. Experience of interacting with stakeholders at different levels Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
Desirable Skills
Experience putting machine learning models into production Experience with cloud platforms ideally Snowflake, Aws. Knowledge of data privacy regulations eg: GDPR PH.D in relevant field
Role tech stack
python
sql
snowflake
aws
Life at
Dunelm
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Culture overview
We're here to help our customers create the joy of feeling truly at home. Join us and you'll find our caring and inclusive culture makes this a place you'll feel right at home too. Learn Wherever you work with us and in whatever role, you'll have every opportunity to keep on learning and keep on growing. Thrive We'll take care of you, and make sure your everyday needs are met, so you can focus on doing a great job and being the best version of you. Belong We embrace diversity in all its forms. We'll celebrate the individual you are and value the unique contribution you bring. Colleague Networks All of our colleagues have the opportunity to be part of our four colleague networks. These are Disability & Neurodiversity, LGBTQ+, Gender Equality and Ethnicity & Race. Each network has co-chairs and an exec sponsor who work closely with us to ensure that we are a workplace where everyone feels supported, celebrated, valued and heard. A chance to give something back We're serious about our role in society. Each of our stores is partnered with a local charity and has its own community Facebook page. And we offer our Pausa Cafés for free to local community groups. We're also proud partners of the mental health charities, Mind (UK and Wales), SAMH (Scotland) and Inspire (Northern Ireland). And each year, we'll give you a day's paid leave to support a charity that matters to you. Work your way We have adapted our ways of working to make sure everyone can feel at home wherever they work. For many colleagues at our Head Office in Leicester and our Central London hub that now includes working on a hybrid basis, combining days in the office with time spent working at home or elsewhere across the business.
Employee benefits
Bonus Scheme
Childcare Vouchers
Flexible Working
Free Parking
Laptop
Learning Allowance
Life Insurance
Pension
Private Healthcare
Share Options
Wellbeing Programme
Office vibe
Birthday Off
City Centre
Hackathons
Office Dog
Open Plan
Social Events
Location
Tech at
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Leadership
John Gahagan
Chief Technology and Information Officer
Tech overview
Our Tech, Digital and Data teams are transforming literally every aspect of our business – from the way we manage and make use of our data, to the relationships we share with our customers. Already, their impact has been felt across the business, and indeed by our customers. But this is just the start and we know there are bigger opportunities ahead. Check out our tech blog for tales behind our talented teams: https://engineering.dunelm.com/ Keep on growing Join us on the tech side and you'll have access to a huge array of learning and development opportunities, including a variety of internally created workshops and externally accredited courses. We also have a substantial tech-specific budget to fund e-Learning licenses, conference visits, resources, and qualifications, plus dedicated mentors, well-being buddies and a wide range of network groups to support you as you progress.
Engineering principles
Agile Process
Code Reviews
Communication and collaboration
Continuous delivery
Continuous Development
Continuous integration
Infrastructure as code
Mentoring
Micro services
Pair programming
Scrum
Test Driven Development
Unit testing
Company tech stack
javascript
aws-lambda
graphql
react
typescript
jest
nodejs
sql
python
java
Dunelm
Lead Data Scientist
Leicester
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