Data Scientist – Machine Learning (Contract)

Location: Dublin (Hybrid)

Duration: 6 months (Strong possibility of extension)

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join a leading AI software house to support the development of a prioritisation system within the utilities sector. This role offers the chance to work with sensor and alert data, applying advanced ML techniques to solve real-world operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy ML models in a production environment.
• Analyse and interpret large-scale sensor and alert datasets to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
• Apply end-to-end data science methodologies: requirements gathering, feature engineering, model development, testing, deployment, and results communication.
• Leverage Databricks to enable scalable data and ML workflows.

About You

• 5+ years’ experience in ML/AI with a proven record of delivering production-ready systems.
• Strong background in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, scipy) and core ML algorithms.
• Hands-on experience implementing AI solutions in production environments.
• Databricks experience (heavily prioritised).
• Excellent communicator, able to present complex technical solutions to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in dynamic settings.