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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.

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£59k – £250k
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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.

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£59k – £250k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 58 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Principal Machine Learning Engineer

This role involves leading the technical direction of high-impact AI projects, particularly within financial services, by designing scalable machine learning systems and providing expert guidance across teams and clients. The engineer will architect complex data science frameworks, solve cross-cutting technical challenges, and influence company-wide strategy. Emphasis is placed on robust, production-grade AI solutions and advancing technical excellence in regulated environments.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Lead Machine Learning Engineer to define technical direction for complex AI projects, design scalable ML systems, and guide delivery across high-risk, ill-defined environments. Will lead architectural decisions, mentor engineers, develop reusable tools, and act as a technical advisor to clients in regulated sectors. Focus on operationalising models using Python and major cloud platforms with containerised deployment via Docker and Kubernetes.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Commercial Director

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Luminance, the pioneer of Legal-Grade™ AI for enterprise. Backed by internationally renowned VCs and named in both the Forbes AI 50 list of ‘Most Promising Private AI Companies in the World’ and Inc....

Luminance London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Full Stack Software Engineer

Design and build full-stack AI-powered applications, translating machine learning outputs into production-ready systems. Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions for global clients in regulated industries. Focus on robust architecture, cloud deployment, and client-facing technical leadership.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Technical Director of AI Safety

Leads technical strategy and R&D in AI safety, building and mentoring a high-performing team to develop cutting-edge evaluations and mitigation techniques for frontier AI models. Shapes global AI safety discourse through thought leadership, publications, and collaboration with leading labs and governments. Translates advanced research into practical safety solutions while representing the organisation at the highest technical and policy levels.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

UK Defence Veterans - Civilian Work Attachment

This role offers UK military veterans in their final 12 months of service a one-week unpaid work attachment at a leading AI company. Participants will gain exposure to the Defence Business Unit, engaging with teams working on machine learning solutions for surveillance, autonomous systems, and combat support. The placement is designed for career transition insight, with structured learning across technical and operational roles in AI and data science.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Internship

Principal Research Scientist - AI Safety

Lead and shape the research agenda for AI safety, focusing on large language models and high-risk domains such as CBRN and cybersecurity. Conduct and oversee cutting-edge technical research, publish in top-tier venues, and mentor a growing team of researchers. Collaborate on red-teaming and evaluation projects while positioning the organisation as a thought leader in trustworthy AI development.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Associate

This role involves scoping, building, and delivering custom AI solutions for major financial institutions, translating complex operational needs into actionable technical requirements. You'll work closely with both clients and engineering teams to ensure AI tools are effectively designed, tested, and deployed in regulated environments. The position emphasizes client engagement, workflow design, and contributing to strategic capability development within a high-impact AI consultancy.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Roles hiring in London

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Machine Learning Engineer Jobs

£60k – £630k
36 open

ML Research Engineer Jobs

£80k – £640k
16 open

ML Platform Engineer Jobs

£325k – £485k
10 open

ML Infrastructure Engineer Jobs

£255k – £485k
8 open

Machine Learning Scientist Jobs

Role profile
7 open

Reinforcement Learning Engineer Jobs

£260k – £640k
4 open
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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

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  • 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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