Data Science Lead

Overview

Infinitesima is seeking a Data Science Lead to establish and manage a new Data Science team within the Technology department. Located in Abingdon, United Kingdom, this role reports directly to the Technology Director. The position involves building and leading a small team while remaining hands-on as a working lead data scientist to improve the performance of Metron3D systems in advanced semiconductor metrology.

What you get

The position offers a salary between 70,000 and 85,000 GBP per year, determined by experience. Additional benefits include an annual bonus, a death in service benefit equivalent to three times the salary, BUPA private health care, and an EMI share scheme. A hybrid working model is available where most employees work onsite three days per week, and visa sponsorship may be offered for suitable candidates.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an MSc or PhD in Physics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a similar subject, or alternatively possess eight years of relevant experience in data science or quantitative research, which must include some team leadership. Candidates are required to have experience leading or mentoring a team of scientists, engineers, or data scientists. Essential technical skills include hands-on Python data science using libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, and scikit-learn, daily use of AI tools like coding assistants and LLMs, image or signal processing of measurement data, statistical methods for measurement systems, and machine learning or physics-based modelling.

How to apply

The recruitment process consists of two stages. The first stage is a 45-minute remote meeting to evaluate technical ability and experience. The second stage is a 2.5-hour face-to-face onsite session assessing technical, presentation, communication skills, and working methods. Interviews take place Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM UK time, with global scheduling flexibility provided.