Remote Role Central London Office This is a fully remote role but you MUST be UK based and not require a visa to work. Lead R Data Scientist - Sustainability The Organisation Our client develops cutting-edge navigator software for the global agricultural sector, helping farmers transition toward more sustainable practices through science-backed analytics. Their software provides direct access to advanced sustainability models and insights. Their Sustainability division consists of specialised Research Software Engineers who transform scientific findings into practical models for farmers and land managers, enabling them to understand their systems better and build more sustainable, profitable operations. Position Overview We''re seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our client''s Sustainability team as the lead technical specialist in our R-focused Research Software Engineering group. You''ll create and maintain the technical infrastructure that enables our sustainability experts and data scientists to develop innovative agricultural sustainability solutions. Core Functions Lead technical best practices across R package design, code architecture, documentation, and dependency management Establish and oversee versioning and CI/CD systems to enhance team workflows Guide team members in code architecture, development standards, and deployment processes Serve as the technical authority for computationally demanding tasks, especially spatial analytics and ..... full job details .....