Lead Data ScientistSalary: 115,000 - 125,000Location: London/HybridData Idols are partnered with a leading technology distributor that is continuing to invest heavily in data. They are looking for a Lead Data Scientist who can act as the senior technical expert within the team, someone who delivers high-impact models, sets technical standards, and leads complex projects through to production.The OpportunityAs a Lead Data Scientist, you''ll be the go-to technical authority, taking ownership of challenging modelling work and driving end-to-end delivery. You''ll work deeply hands-on, developing advanced models, improving existing pipelines, and ensuring solutions are scalable and production-ready.You''ll collaborate closely with the Head of Data Science, shaping the technical approach, advising on best practices, and leading major initiatives. While not a people manager, you will support and mentor others by setting the bar for technical excellence and helping guide their development.This role is ideal for someone who thrives as a senior IC and wants to stay close to the code and modelling while having a strong voice in technical decision-making.Skills and ExperienceExtensive experience building, validating, and deploying machine learning models into productionStrong hands-on Python and SQL skillsExperience working in cloud environments (GCP preferred)Deep understanding of experimentation, evaluation, and scalable ML designAbility to mentor others and influence technical ..... full job details .....