Senior Data Science Consultant

Location: Dublin/Hybrid

Department: Data & AI

The Team 

Nucleo’s Data & AI services are designed to strengthen how organizations manage, analyze and use data – supporting smarter insights, advanced analytics and scalable AI. Built for organizations that need clarity, confidence and control, our services provide reliable data foundations that support both day-to-day operations and future innovation. 

Our approach spans data governance, engineering, analytics, and applied AI to create connected, reliable data environments. By improving data quality, integrating systems and applying AI where it delivers the most impact, we reduce risk, improve efficiency, and establish reliable data capabilities. 

The Role 

Nucleo is seeking a Senior Data Engineering Consultant to join our growing Data & AI practice. This is a hybrid role — ideal for someone who combines strong technical capability with the confidence to engage directly with clients and help shape practical data solutions.  

The successful candidate will work alongside the Director of Data & AI to design, build, and deliver modern data platforms, while also contributing to discovery sessions, proposals, and solution design. You’ll have the technical depth to earn credibility with engineers, and the communication skills to advise business leaders. 

Responsibilities 

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines, integrations, and architectures using Microsoft Azure technologies (Data Factory, Synapse, Data Lake, SQL, Power BI).  
• Engage directly with clients to understand requirements and translate them into actionable technical designs.  
• Contribute to data strategy and governance engagements as part of Nucleo’s broader Data & AI offering.  
• Participate in workshops, presentations, and technical reviews with both internal and client teams.  
• Mentor junior team members and support the development of reusable assets and frameworks.  
• Represent Nucleo with professionalism, technical authority, and a solution-oriented mindset.  

Requirements  

• Experience with Power BI, Python, or automation tools within the Microsoft stack. 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in data engineering or analytics delivery, ideally within a consulting or client-facing environment.  
• Strong proficiency in the Microsoft data ecosystem (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, SQL, Data Lake).  
• Solid understanding of data modelling, ETL/ELT processes, and modern data architecture principles.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business perspectives.  
• Proactive, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes. 
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and data governance frameworks.  
• Experience designing or supporting AI/analytics initiatives. 

Benefits 

• Wellbeing Support - We offer health insurance, an employee assistance programme, and a mental health day to support your physical and mental wellbeing. 
• Pension Scheme - We can help you plan for the future with a dedicated pension scheme and access to personal finance support. 
• Flexible Locations - Our teams work on a hybrid model, helping to support a positive work-life balance while also enhancing team connection and structure 
• Learning & Development - We encourage ongoing professional advancement with training, courses and tools to keep you growing 
• Bonus and Referrals - We reward great work and valuable connections with performance and referral bonuses 
• Social and Community - We bring our people together through social outings, charity days and team-building events 

At Nucleo, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We believe that varied perspectives drive innovation and better outcomes, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.  

If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.