Data Scientist

Hiring: Lead Data Scientist (Contract) - Osterley, UK

Are you passionate about transforming sports data into intelligent, real-time insights? We're looking for a Lead Data Scientist to drive cutting-edge AI innovation in one of the most exciting domains-live sports analytics.

Location: Osterley, UK

Type: Contract

Experience: Lead / Senior Level

• Lead end-to-end development of AI solutions leveraging Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and advanced data science.
• Build systems that automatically generate sports metadata and detect key moments in live matches and streams.
• Design models that deliver player performance insights, contextual statistics, and injury risk predictions-all grounded in ethical and responsible AI.
• Power personalisation engines with model-driven insights tailored to fans' favourite teams, players, and match context.
• Own A/B testing, experimentation frameworks, metrics, and dashboards to drive data-backed decisions.
• Establish and scale MLOps practices including CI/CD, model monitoring, drift detection, and automated retraining.
• Architect and deploy low-latency, cloud-based AI systems built for real-time sports environments at scale.

• Proven experience leading sports data-driven ML systems, with strong ownership of technical direction and delivery.
• Deep expertise in sports datasets (event data, tracking data, or similar high-volume streams).
• Strong command of multi-modal data (numerical, spatial, video, metadata) and Generative AI techniques.
• Advanced Python skills with hands-on experience in PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar frameworks.
• Solid experience in end-to-end MLOps, including production deployment and lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated leadership-mentoring teams and thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Experience designing scalable, real-time or near real-time systems for live data processing.
• Excellent communication skills-able to translate complex AI strategies into business impact.

• Work at the forefront of AI + Sports innovation
• Build solutions used in live, high-impact environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
• Shape the future of fan engagement and sports intelligence

Ready to make an impact in the world of sports and AI? Apply now or reach out to learn more!