John Smethurst
Data Scientist
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Top SchoolJohn Smethurst is an experienced insight analyst and data professional with 11 years in quantitative roles spanning analytics, modelling and education. With a strong foundation in mathematics from Imperial College and a master’s in mathematical modelling from Oxford, he has applied numerical simulation and performance modelling in defence and consulting before transitioning to leadership in data science and current insight work at The AA. He combines hands-on model development and testing with practical experience training apprentices and teaching across age ranges, which gives him a rare ability to translate complex analytics into teachable insights. Known for steady progression from simulation engineer to Head of Data Science and senior consultant, he brings a disciplined, test-driven approach to business-facing analytics and operational decision support.
11 years of coding experience
8 years of employment as a software developer
Master's Degree Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis, Master's Degree Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis at University of OxfordBachelor's Degree Mathematics, Bachelor's Degree Mathematics at Imperial College LondonGithub contributions (5)
Smeths/scikit-groups
Jan 2018 - Oct 2018
Contributions:17 commits, 16 pushes, 1 branch in 9 months
Smeths/Linux-Notes-and-How-Tos
Feb 2021 - May 2023
Contributions:8 pushes, 1 branch in 2 years 3 months
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