Lead Product Data Scientist

Job Description Lead Product Data Scientist Hybrid - West London - 3 Days Min AI, Machine Learning \& Optimisation Our client is seeking a Lead Product Data Scientist to lead the delivery of AI, machine learning and optimisation solutions within a complex operational environment. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, working closely with stakeholders, engineers and product teams to build data-driven products that improve decision-making and deliver measurable business value. Key Responsibilities * Lead the development of ML, optimisation and decision-support products. * Define technical strategy, product roadmaps and delivery plans. * Manage and mentor data scientists and engineers. * Translate business challenges into scalable analytical solutions. * Drive product adoption, stakeholder engagement and value realisation. * Ensure best practices across software engineering, deployment and support. Experience Required * Strong experience in machine learning, optimisation and applied data science. * Advanced Python skills and experience delivering production-grade solutions. * Background leading technical teams and stakeholder engagement. * Knowledge of cloud platforms, data pipelines and modern software development practices. * Experience within logistics, transport, aviation, retail, manufacturing or other operationally intensive industries is desirable. Opportunity for a senior technical leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful AI and optimisation products at scale.