Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Primark is seeking a Data Scientist to join its Data Science & Measurement team in Reading, delivering advanced analytics, experimentation and data science solutions that drive better business decisions.

What you'll do

• Design and deliver data science solutions including predictive modelling, forecasting, segmentation, optimisation, experimentation and measurement.
• Build, transform and analyse complex datasets using Python, SQL, Databricks and modern analytics tools.
• Develop, evaluate and monitor machine learning and statistical models.
• Support A/B testing and measurement initiatives, defining hypotheses, assessing results and quantifying commercial impact.
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for stakeholders.
• Partner with Data Engineers, Analytics teams and platform specialists to productionise analytical solutions.
• Contribute to reusable analytical assets, coding standards and best practices.

What you'll bring

• 2–5 years of experience applying data science, machine learning, statistical modelling and advanced analytics to real-world business problems.
• Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience working with large datasets in environments such as Databricks, Spark or cloud-based platforms.
• Understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning, feature engineering, model evaluation, experimentation, A/B testing and statistical analysis.
• Ability to translate business questions into analytical approaches and practical solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex findings through clear narratives, visualisations and recommendations.
• Experience collaborating across Data Science, Analytics, Engineering and business teams.
• Curiosity about emerging technologies, data science techniques and AI capabilities.

About Primark

Primark has grown from its first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business with over 80,000 colleagues and more than 440 stores in 17 countries.

All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference and education checks and, for some roles, criminal and financial checks.