AI Engineer - Data Scientist

What is the opportunity?

In Advanced Analytics, you will work as part of a dynamic and high-reaching team, and be a driving force behind digital transformation in Bank of Ireland.

You will gain significant exposure to develop complex, leading data science solutions end to end, demonstrating applied statistics and supervised/unsupervised machine learning techniques, on both structured and unstructured datasets, to extract value from numerous, disparate, sophisticated data sources, working to address foundational business problems for our customers.

This is a high visibility role and a great opportunity for you to make a difference to our colleagues, customers and partners, through demonstrating data as an asset!

In this role, you will:

• Use advanced analytics to understand customer behaviour, including activity levels, product use and transaction patterns, and translate insights into practical recommendations
• Build, deploy and monitor machine learning models to support business strategy and improve decision-making
• Develop data solutions, including creating new datasets and features, to enable scalable and reliable analytics
• Work closely with colleagues across the Bank to encourage the use of data platforms such as the Enterprise Data Warehouse and Data Lake
• Create clear data visualisations and dashboards, and engage with senior stakeholders to understand challenges and develop effective solutions

What will make you stand out?

Demonstrated ability in data analytics, including experience with multiple machine learning techniques / models (Tree based Models, Supervised Models, Ensembles, Unsupervised learning techniques).

You have a genuine interest in using data to solve real business problems. You are comfortable working with a range of machine learning techniques and enjoy turning complex information into meaningful insights that others can understand and act on.

You are confident using programming tools such as Python and SQL, and have experience working with large datasets and modern analytics platforms. You have experience in MLOps, model monitoring and explainability. You communicate clearly, work well with others and are comfortable sharing your perspective with partners at different levels.

You are organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage deadlines and balance priorities in a fast moving environment.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in Financial Services Data Analytics & Senior Partner Management.
• Knowledge of developing AI/ML pipelines and harnessing techniques such as clustering, classification, deep learning and/or stochastic modelling.
• Knowledge of LLMs, Gen. AI & agentic workflows.

Essential qualifications

Third Level qualification, in mathematics, statistics, finance, IT, or another field including a significant numerical element

More about the team

Reporting to the Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO), the Advanced Analytics team is responsible for the development and execution of the Bank's data analytics strategy.

The role holder will deliver value-prioritised analytics & AI projects that are closely aligned to the Groups strategic ambition on behalf of internal customers; and contribute to identifying appropriate framework tools and standards to enable Bank of Ireland to become a data driven organisation at all levels of the company.

The role is hybrid and can be performed anywhere in the Republic of Ireland with the primary office location in Baggot Plaza. Travel will be required for in-person collaboration with exact frequency to be agreed with manager.

Why work with us?

The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with an opportunity for flexible working, along with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid maternity leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy and working parent supports.

Your wellbeing is important to us; we have an employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches available. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!

Key Competencies

• Customer Focused - Self
• Better together - Self
• Be Decisive - Self
• Take Ownership - Self
• Manage Risk - Self

Bank of Ireland Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of our workforce. We offer reasonable accommodation at every stage of the application and interview process. If you require assistance, please contact .