Machine Learning Jobs in London

The UK's financial and tech hub, home to a thriving ecosystem of startups, scaleups, and established tech giants. A hotbed for machine learning talent and innovation.

Open roles
285
Salary range
£55k – £250k
Hiring companies
53

London is the epicentre of the UK's tech and financial sectors, making it a prime location for machine learning professionals. The city hosts a diverse range of companies, from cutting-edge startups to global tech giants, all of which are actively hiring machine learning experts. Whether you're working on natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning, London offers a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and collaboration. Many roles are hybrid or fully remote, but the city's vibrant tech scene and networking events provide a rich on-site experience.

Salary on the board

£55k – £250k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 55 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Lead ML Engineer

This role involves building and maintaining production-grade machine learning systems and pipelines while mentoring a growing team. You will establish MLOps best practices, improve deployment and monitoring processes, and collaborate with Data Science, Risk, Product, and Engineering teams.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £110,000 – £120,000 pa

Lead Machine Learning Engineer (Safety)

As a Lead Machine Learning Engineer, you will drive the technical strategy and deployment of secure AI systems across high-stakes domains. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, mentor engineering talent, and advise clients on AI safety and best practices.

Faculty London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Data Scientist - Consulting

This role involves designing and delivering machine learning and AI solutions for complex operational challenges, working closely with senior stakeholders to embed data science into real-world decision-making. You will lead technical workstreams, mentor colleagues, and stay current with AI advancements.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

AI Product Engineer

This role involves building polished applications that help engineers describe, generate, and refine designs using AI. You'll translate natural-language requests, images, and drawings into structured engineering specifications, design reliable systems, and create workflows for users to review and guide AI-generated outputs.

Understanding Recruitment London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £90,000 pa

Data Scientist - AI/ML/RAG

This role involves collecting and processing large datasets, developing machine learning models in Python, and leading small teams in the development and maintenance of data science products. You will collaborate with business partners to communicate key findings and mentor junior data scientists.

Vallum Associates London, United Kingdom £475 – £500 pd
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Senior ML Engineer, Doc Extraction

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Entrust London, United Kingdom

PhD Quant - Selby Jennings

This role involves conducting original quantitative research to identify alpha-generating opportunities across global financial markets. You will develop predictive models using advanced statistical techniques and machine learning, analyse large datasets, and collaborate with researchers, portfolio managers, and engineers to implement trading strategies.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

Full-Stack Software Engineer, Child Safety Tools & Systems (London)

This role involves building and maintaining data-intensive, AI-powered applications and infrastructure to detect and disrupt abuse in OpenAI’s products. You will work closely with operators and investigators to design and deliver systems that enhance their efficiency and safety, while contributing to the team’s technical strategy.

OpenAI London, United Kingdom
Permanent
The scene

Hiring in London

London's tech ecosystem is robust and diverse, with a high concentration of machine learning roles. Companies ranging from fintech startups to global tech giants are actively recruiting, offering a wide array of opportunities for professionals at all levels.

The city's strong network of tech meetups, conferences, and industry events provides a platform for continuous learning and professional growth. Whether you're looking to advance your career or connect with like-minded professionals, London's vibrant tech community is a valuable resource.

FAQs

Common questions

  • London is home to a wide range of companies, including startups, scaleups, and established tech giants. Many financial institutions and research-heavy organisations also hire machine learning experts.

  • Many roles in London offer hybrid or fully remote options, but the city's vibrant tech scene and networking events make on-site work a valuable experience.

  • In-demand skills include expertise in deep learning, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning, as well as proficiency in Python and TensorFlow.

  • For detailed salary information, check the salary section on this page, which is updated with live job listings and market data.

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