Scottish Government
Scottish Government is currently hiring for 2 data science, machine learning and AI roles, mostly for data analysts. Openings are based in Edinburgh. The skills Scottish Government asks for most often are Python, SQL, AI and Data Analysis. We've listed 4 roles at Scottish Government since September 2026.
At a glance
- Roles
- Data Analyst (2)
- Seniority
- Mid (1) · Senior (1)
- Locations
- Edinburgh (1)UK (2)
- Remote
- 0 of 2 open roles
- On the board since
- September 2026 · 4 roles listed
About Scottish Government
The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have National Records of Scotland (NRS) is Scotland’s record keeper. Our purpose is to collect, preserve and produce information about Scotland's people and history and make it available to inform current and future generations. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. NRS is a Non-Ministerial Department of the Scottish Government & and our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland. Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service observing the Civil Service Code and working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.
In Scottish Government’s own words, from its job listings
2 roles at Scottish Government
Past roles at Scottish Government
Positions we’ve listed that are now closed — kept for reference.
Working at Scottish Government: common questions
Is Scottish Government hiring data scientists right now?
Yes — Scottish Government has 2 open data science, machine learning or AI roles on the board, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. The most recent was posted on October 5, 2026.
What kind of data roles does Scottish Government hire for?
Current openings break down as Data Analyst (2).
What skills does Scottish Government look for?
The most requested skills are Python, SQL, AI, Data Analysis, Data Architecture and Data Modeling. Python appears in 2 of 2 listings.
Does Scottish Government offer remote data jobs?
None of Scottish Government's current data roles are marked remote — they are based in Edinburgh.
Where is Scottish Government hiring?
Open roles are based in Edinburgh.
What seniority levels does Scottish Government hire at?
By seniority, openings are mid (1) and senior (1).