Senior Data Scientist

Deloitte is the biggest professional services Firm in the world and making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. We’re driven to create positive progress for our clients, community, people, and the planet. This sense of purpose inspires us to work to the highest standards, to tackle the challenges that matter. 

Joining us means becoming part of a Consulting team that’s at the top of its game and growing. Working with the best people and technology in the market, you’ll tackle meaningful projects that transform the future for high-profile local and international clients. And you’ll do it as part of a people-first culture that’s supportive, collaborative and, above all, welcoming.

Join Deloitte’s Artificial Intelligence & Data Team as a Data Scientist and work on cutting-edge AI solutions that solve complex business challenges across diverse industries.

This role offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage the latest AI technologies, and contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth.

Key skills and prior experience

• A minimum of a third-level degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with solid experience deploying AI and data-driven applications in production environments.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, data mining, machine learning techniques, and working with large datasets using distributed computing tools such as Hadoop or Spark.
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, and SQL, alongside experience with Large Language Models (OpenAI, Anthropic, LLama, Gemini, etc.), including fine-tuning and prompt engineering.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Tableau or PowerBI is advantageous.

What type of work will I be doing?

• Developing and implementing AI algorithms and solutions to address complex business problems.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and integrate AI models into applications and systems.
• Designing and building scalable machine learning pipelines and infrastructure.
• Optimising AI models for performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Ensuring the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies in all projects.
• Staying current with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to apply best practices.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance on AI projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and building client trust.
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members, offering both technical and non-technical support.

Who is the Hiring Manager?

The hiring manager is a forward-thinking leader within Deloitte’s Artificial Intelligence & Data Team, known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

They prioritise innovation, continuous learning, and professional development, encouraging team members to push boundaries while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical AI practices and client success.

Where is this role based?

This role is based in Dublin or Cork, offering a flexible hybrid working model that balances office collaboration with remote working options.

For more information, please visit our Deloitte Works webpage.

If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process.​

What we offer

Your reward at Deloitte is competitive, supports our purpose and enables our people to never stop growing. Your reward at Deloitte is not just your salary, we believe in investing in our people's personal and professional development and empowering their work-life balance. Our ambition is to achieve gender equality and enable continuous growth. We offer supports and benefits that suit you, wherever you are in life, including health and well-being, pension, savings, training, coaching and enhanced leave options among others.

Keep on being you. Bring your full, absolute self to work, every day. Explore, question and collaborate. Stretch your thinking, while building a career that inspires and energises you. And, whatever motivates you, keep growing both professionally and personally – because when you make an impact that matters, we do too.