Discover the latest ai researcher jobs within the UK ML industry

Anthropic Fellows Program, ML Systems & Reinforcement Learning

Engage in a 4-month full-time empirical research project on ML systems and performance, mentored by Anthropic researchers. Work includes building CPU simulators, accelerator backends, or synthetic data pipelines using open-source tools and large-scale systems. Projects aim for public outputs such as papers, with access to significant compute resources and a collaborative AI safety research environment.

Anthropic United Kingdom

Hybrid Internship

Anthropic Fellows Program

A 4-month, full-time fellowship program offering mentorship and funding for technical talent to conduct empirical AI research aligned with Anthropic’s safety and security priorities. Fellows work on projects in areas like scalable oversight, adversarial robustness, or AI economics, with access to compute resources and a collaborative research environment. The program supports diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Anthropic United Kingdom

Hybrid Internship

Senior Software Engineer, AI Inference Systems

This role involves building and optimizing AI inference systems for large-scale models, focusing on high-performance GPU stacks, kernel optimization, and multi-node deployment. The engineer will contribute to frameworks like vLLM, develop compiler infrastructure, lead benchmarking efforts including MLPerf, and integrate cutting-edge research into production software. Collaboration across compiler, scheduling, and performance teams is central to advancing NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform.

NVIDIA PLN 292,500 – PLN 650,000 pa

Remote Permanent

Principal AI Developer Technology Engineer

Research and develop GPU-accelerated techniques for deep learning, machine learning, and AI workloads, focusing on performance optimization across CPU and GPU architectures. Collaborate with experts in industry and academia to analyze and enhance complex AI and HPC algorithms. Contribute to shaping next-generation hardware and software by influencing design through deep technical insights and published findings.

NVIDIA Reading, United Kingdom

PhD Graduate AI & Algorithms Engineer (2026 start)

Work within a multidisciplinary team to design and build intelligent systems using AI and advanced algorithms, applying cutting-edge research to solve real-world client problems. Engage in hands-on development, model training and testing, and contribute to internal R&D initiatives that push the boundaries of state-of-the-art technology. Communicate technical outcomes to both technical teams and external clients in a collaborative innovation environment.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Principal AI & Algorithms Engineer (Defence & Security)

This role involves leading the design and implementation of advanced algorithms for intelligent systems in defence and security contexts, with a focus on machine learning, AI, and sensor processing. You'll act as technical architect on complex projects, mentor engineers, and contribute to client-facing proposals and sales efforts. The position requires security clearance and combines hands-on development with strategic technical leadership in multidisciplinary teams.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Specialist Solutions Engineer (AI/ML)

Design and implement production-grade machine learning and GenAI solutions on Databricks' platform, with a focus on MLOps, RAG architectures, and LLM deployment. Provide technical leadership during sales cycles by building MVPs, guiding architectural design, and mentoring teams. Create tutorials, lead hackathons, and drive platform adoption through thought leadership in AI/ML innovation.

Databricks London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Specialist Solutions Architect (AI/ML)

Design and implement production-grade machine learning and AI workloads on the Databricks platform, with a focus on GenAI, MLOps, and LLMOps. Lead technical engagements with enterprise customers, build end-to-end AI pipelines, and provide expert guidance on RAG architectures, agentic systems, and AI observability. Mentor internal teams and influence product direction by representing customer needs in AI roadmap discussions.

Databricks London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior LLM Engineer (RAG & AI Applications)

Design and deploy production-grade LLM applications, integrating AI capabilities into existing software platforms. Work across structured and unstructured data in a high-impact R&D environment, bridging research and engineering. Focus on scalable deployment of RAG and AI systems within a growing tech team.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Guildford, United Kingdom £75,000 – £125,000 pa

Graduate Technology & AI Innovation Associate

This role involves driving digital transformation by identifying automation opportunities, building internal software tools, and implementing AI-driven solutions to improve business efficiency. The candidate will work closely with management to analyse workflows, develop data dashboards, and prototype innovative technologies that deliver measurable business value. It's a hands-on position focused on leveraging AI, low-code platforms, and data analytics to optimise operations and support strategic decision-making.

Major Recruitment Telford Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £16 ph

On-site Temporary

Senior Forward-Deployed AI Engineer, Tactical AI Automations - PIMCO

This role involves deploying and configuring AI tools—such as LLM assistants and agentic workflows—directly within investment teams to enhance portfolio management and research processes. The engineer will provide hands-on training, develop proofs of concept, gather user feedback, and translate it into platform improvements, while also offering first-line production support for key portfolio optimization systems during European hours. Embedded with business teams, the role bridges technical AI platforms and real-world investment workflows, ensuring effective, responsible adoption.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Engineer - Advanced Signal Procesing & AI

Location: UK Wide (Hybrid/On-site as required)Outside IR35 - Rate £50-£80 p/hSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC)RC Fornax is looking for a Software Engineer – Advanced Signal Processing & AI. This is an exciting...

RC Fornax United Kingdom £50 – £80 ph

Computer Vision Engineer

Develop and deploy advanced computer vision systems for high-stakes defence applications, bridging cutting-edge research with real-world deployment. Lead technical strategy, mentor teams, and contribute to business development through bids and client engagement. Work in a hybrid model with regular on-site client collaboration across the UK.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Senior Software Engineer

Lead backend and edge/IoT engineering for high-impact defence projects, bridging machine learning research with production-grade systems. Design scalable, robust software in Python and compiled languages, while mentoring engineers and implementing CI/CD pipelines on Kubernetes or bare metal. Work across client sites and collaborate closely with data science teams to operationalise agentic AI solutions.