As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
Principal Data Scientist - Operational Research & Optimisation
Join the Operational Decision Support (ODS) team at British Airways, where we leverage advanced optimisation tools and techniques to enhance the efficiency and performance of our airline operations. This department is essential in ensuring smooth operations and driving innovation within our organisation.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the development of quantitative optimisation models to solve critical operational challenges.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to design and enhance digital tools that support operational optimisation.
- Implement predictive and prescriptive algorithms at scale, integrating them into systems to improve efficiency.
- Manage and prioritise the team’s project portfolio within an agile framework, ensuring impactful delivery.
- Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, influencing strategic decision-making.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, utilising operational research to deliver significant business value.
- Stay abreast of advancements in operational research, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
What you’ll bring to British Airways:
- Extensive experience applying operational research techniques to tackle complex business problems.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences effectively.
- Proven stakeholder management capabilities and the ability to influence key decision-makers.
- Experience in managing software development projects from inception to completion, focused on operational improvements.
- Proficiency in Python and other programming languages for developing production-ready solutions.
Your experience:
- A strong background in operations research, data science, or a related field.
- Extensive experience applying advanced optimisation techniques in a business context.
- Proven expertise in managing data science projects that deliver measurable operational improvements.
- Proficiency in Python and other relevant programming languages, with experience in building scalable, production-level solutions.
What we offer:
We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.
From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.
We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.
Inclusion & Diversity
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
