*Data Scientist | Permanent or Freelance | Portugal (Hybrid)**Masentó is partnering with a global MedTech leader to find a talented and driven Data Scientist ready to make a real impact. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced analytics and healthcare innovation, with the flexibility of either a permanent or freelance engagement. The role carries some on-site expectations in Portugal.**About the Role**You will be embedded within a cross-functional environment, bridging the gap between business challenges and data-driven solutions. From model development through to production deployment, you will own the full data science lifecycle — translating complex analytical insights into outcomes that matter across commercial, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.**What You'll Bring**• 4–6+ years of hands-on data science experience, ideally within pharma, healthcare, or MedTech• End-to-end experience across the full data science lifecycle — from problem framing and data wrangling to model deployment and stakeholder communication• Deep expertise in statistical modelling, predictive modelling, data mining, and machine learning algorithm development• Strong programming skills in Python or R, including data manipulation, feature engineering, and model building• Advanced SQL skills, with a track record of building and debugging complex queries• Practical experience deploying machine learning solutions in production environments• Proven experience in cloud platforms, with Azure preferred• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark (highly desirable)• A solid grounding in software engineering principles and best practices• Deep specialisation in one or more of: AI, Machine Learning, NLP, or Computer Vision• Experience working across international settings, including developing markets• A consultancy or cross-functional leadership background is a strong advantage**Who You Are**You are as comfortable presenting to a C-suite audience as you are writing production-grade code. You have a natural ability to make Advanced Analytics accessible and compelling to a wide range of stakeholders — and you take genuine pride in seeing your work drive measurable business outcomes. You are self-motivated, collaborative, and passionate about raising the bar for data science practice within an organisation.**Languages**Fluency in English is essential. Additional languages are warmly welcomed.