Data Scientist
Key Skills for This Role
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What you’ll do
- Develop sustainable data products that drive value across Co-op, using the latest tools on the Databricks and Azure Cloud Technology platforms
- Use a range of statistical and machine learning techniques (e.g., regression, clustering, decision trees, and forecasting)
- Work with cutting-edge generative AI technologies, including LLMs, agents, and OCR
- Translate complex business logic and strategic decision-making into code
- Collaborate with colleagues to understand their needs, present solutions, and gather feedback
- Drive innovation and explore ways for us to make better use of our Co-op data
- Champion the value of data across Co-op, playing an active role in driving AI adoption
- Continuously improve our products to ensure accuracy, security, and alignment with Co-op's ethical standards and responsible AI principles
What you’ll bring
- We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you’ll need to bring:
- Proven data science or modelling experience in a working environment
- Experience handling large datasets and working within a cloud platform (Databricks, Azure experience desired)
- Experience writing and developing code (using SQL, Python, R or similar)
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
- Curiosity for emerging technologies and a desire to apply them to real-world business challenges
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence others and provide constructive challenge
- A passion for responsible AI and developing safe, ethical data products that help us do right by our colleagues, customers, and member-owners
- We know some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At Co-op, we’re committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, so if
- you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.
- Why Co-op?
- At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:
- An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
- 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
- A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
- Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
- 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
- Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
- Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
- 24/7 colleague support service
- Training and support for your development and career progression
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- A place you’ll belong
- We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.
- We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you.
- Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion
- Please note that we may close applications for this role early.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience handling large datasets and working within a cloud platform (Databricks, Azure experience desired)
- An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
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