Data Science and AI Consultant – Tech Consultancy - Defence & Security

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We are growing our teams across all of Technology and Transformation. If you are cleared to DV level and want to grow your career in this sector, we are very keen to hear from you.

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We are seeking talented data science, machine learning and AI practitioners to join our multidisciplinary team, with a focus on clients in the Defence and Security sector.

You will work on complex, mission-focused problems where data, AI and technology can help clients make better decisions, improve operational outcomes and deliver lasting impact. The work is varied: you may be exploring new techniques, building prototypes, developing production-ready solutions, shaping client strategy, or helping teams understand how AI can be applied safely and effectively in sensitive environments.

As a practitioner in our team, you will:

• Apply data science, machine learning and AI techniques to solve complex client problems.
• Research, prototype and develop innovative solutions that deliver real-world impact.
• Work across the lifecycle, from understanding user needs and exploring data through to building, evaluating, scaling and managing AI-enabled services.
• Help implement new techniques and technologies, including generative AI and agentic AI patterns where appropriate.
• Produce high-quality technical output, analysis, reports and presentations.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, delivery leads, analysts and client stakeholders.
• Shape new propositions and support the development of future client opportunities.
• Contribute to team learning, mentoring and practice development.
• Build a deep understanding of the Defence and Security sector, including the operational, ethical, security and delivery considerations that shape successful AI solutions.

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All applicants must hold UK security clearance to SC (with eligibility for DV) or DV level.

We are looking for candidates who combine strong technical capabilities with the ability to communicate clearly, work collaboratively and explain the value of their work to clients.

Essential:

• Hands-on experience applying data science, machine learning or AI techniques in Defence and Security, the wider public sector, industry or academia.
• Practical experience using Python or equivalent tools to analyse data, develop models or build AI-enabled solutions.
• Understanding of common data science and machine learning approaches, such as statistical modelling, supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, transformers, generative AI and agentic AI patterns.
• Ability to assess the suitability, limitations and risks of different AI/ML techniques for real client use cases.

We do not expect candidates to have experience across all the areas below, but we are particularly interested in people who can bring in one or more of them:

• Applying AI/ML techniques to text, audio, imagery, video, geospatial, graph or multimodal data.
• Developing solutions using machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn or Hugging Face.
• Using cloud-based data science and machine learning services across AWS, Azure, GCP or equivalent platforms.
• Developing high-quality, maintainable code and working with software engineering practices such as version control, testing, code review and CI/CD.
• Working with MLOps or workflow tools such as MLflow, Kubeflow, Argo or equivalent frameworks.
• Scaling models or analytical services for enterprise or operational use.
• Applying statistical methods, model evaluation techniques and uncertainty analysis.
• Understanding responsible AI, including fairness, explainability, transparency, robustness, privacy, security and human oversight.
• Working in secure, sensitive or mission-critical environments.

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“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Dan, Technology and Transformation

Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in London, Bristol, or Manchester with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter about the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So, we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So, we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.

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A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.

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