Data Scientist

About the role

Fancy working on one of the largest media datasets in the world, helping the BBC model how audiences discover, consume and engage with content? As a Data Scientist you will develop statistical and machine learning models that improve audience measurement and support strategic decision‑making across the corporation.

Key responsibilities

• Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to answer business questions and deepen understanding of audience behaviour.
• Design, develop and evaluate analytical models from proof‑of‑concepts to production‑ready solutions in partnership with engineering teams.
• Build reproducible analytical workflows using SQL, Python or R on the BBC’s data and machine‑learning platform.
• Interpret model outcomes and communicate findings, assumptions and recommendations to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Stay current with advances in machine learning and generative AI, promoting best practices within the team.

Required profile

• Strong analytical mindset with experience handling large, multi‑source datasets.
• Ability to translate complex analytical results into clear business insights.
• Collaborative attitude, working closely with data engineers, researchers and product owners.

Required skills

• SQL
• Python
• R

What we offer

• Hybrid working (average two days per week in the office).
• Competitive salary £40,000‑£50,000 per year.
• Opportunities to develop technical expertise within a vibrant data‑science community.
• Flexible working arrangements discussed at offer stage.