Latest applied scientist Jobs

AI Strategist, Generative AI Innovation Center

This role involves working closely with enterprise customers and AWS teams to identify, prioritize, and implement generative AI use cases that deliver measurable business value. The AI Strategist will lead workshops, develop roadmaps, and guide proof-of-concept projects from ideation to production, focusing on scalable and repeatable solutions. It emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, customer advocacy, and operationalizing best practices in AI adoption.

Amazon London, United Kingdom

Permanent

Machine Learning Engineer II, Intelligent Talent Acquisition - Lead Generation & Detection Services

This role involves building and scaling AI/ML-powered systems to transform talent acquisition at Amazon, with a focus on developing foundational data platforms and knowledge graphs. You'll work closely with scientists and engineers to deliver machine learning solutions across the full recruitment lifecycle, leveraging deep learning and generative AI. The position emphasizes software development for large-scale systems that support hiring at global scale.

Amazon Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Machine Learning Engineer - Retail

Lead Machine Learning Engineer to define technical direction and deliver complex AI solutions for retail clients. Design scalable ML systems, mentor engineering teams, and drive innovation through reusable tools and cloud-native architectures. Work in high-risk, ambiguous environments to solve real-world business problems with responsible AI.

Faculty London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Lead AI Researcher

The Lead AI Researcher will lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge deep learning systems for high-stakes defence and national security applications. This founding role involves solving ambiguous, mission-critical problems from concept to production, designing advanced AI models, and establishing engineering standards and tooling for a world-class team. Day-to-day work includes close collaboration with leadership to translate operational needs into technical solutions, training and deploying frontier models, and building robust ML infrastructure in a rigorous, security-conscious environment.

Kangal AI London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £200,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Director of Data Science

Leads a cluster of four data science teams focused on logistics and fulfillment optimization at Ocado, driving the production-scale deployment of machine learning and operations research models for routing, forecasting, and delivery time estimation. Works closely with engineering and product teams to translate advanced research into real-world impact across the Ocado Smart Platform. Emphasizes MLOps, data storytelling, and strategic leadership in a hybrid working environment.

Ocado United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Principal Machine Learning Engineer

This role involves leading the design and implementation of large-scale production machine learning systems in a high-growth AdTech environment. The engineer will work across recommendation systems, audience targeting, and bidding optimisation, translating business goals into real-time AI solutions while collaborating closely with the CTO and senior stakeholders. The position emphasizes technical leadership, MLOps platform development, and hands-on delivery within a distributed, remote-first team.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment Spain, United Kingdom €135,000 – €150,000 pa

Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Design and lead large-scale production machine learning systems in a high-growth AdTech environment, focusing on recommendation engines, audience targeting, and bidding optimisation. Work hands-on across the full model lifecycle while shaping technical strategy alongside the CTO. Operate in a real-time, distributed environment with strong ownership and minimal management overhead.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment France, United Kingdom €130,000 – €150,000 pa

Quant Fund Recruiting Experienced Statistical Arbitrage Researcher Location

This role involves partnering with the research team to develop and refine intraday and systematic trading strategies using statistical arbitrage. You will analyze large-scale market data, build predictive models, and collaborate with technology teams to integrate these models into advanced trading infrastructure. The position is ideal for those who want to be involved in all aspects of the research, trading, and coding process in a collaborative start-up environment.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Macro Strategies

The role involves designing and managing data-driven trading models for global macroeconomic assets, primarily using futures and foreign exchange. Responsibilities include developing systematic trading strategies, applying advanced quantitative methods, and collaborating in a research-driven environment to enhance alpha models and portfolio construction techniques.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Principal Research Engineer

Lead the end-to-end technical direction of offline video generation for a leading AI video platform, driving large-scale generative model development from pre-training through post-training. Bridge research and product by solving cross-cutting technical challenges in training stability, data pipelines, and alignment. Coach engineers, shape team processes, and accelerate the deployment of state-of-the-art avatar video models at scale.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Technical Product Manager - Robotaxi

This role involves defining and delivering Level 4 autonomous driving features using embodied AI and end-to-end learning systems. The Technical Product Manager will lead cross-functional teams to translate deep tech innovation into safe, user-centric AV products, aligning technical development with customer needs and regulatory standards. The position emphasizes ownership of the full product lifecycle, from concept to deployment, within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Wayve United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Director of Strategy and Architecture

This role involves leading the strategic development and implementation of technology architecture across a large, rapidly evolving infrastructure services organization. Responsibilities include defining architecture principles, standards, and roadmaps, modernizing systems, and ensuring integration and automation. The role requires hands-on involvement and strategic thinking to support scalable growth and leverage emerging technologies like data and AI.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Stevenage, United Kingdom £150,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

This role involves providing regulatory expertise across diverse innovation projects, supporting multidisciplinary teams in meeting international quality and compliance standards. The specialist will interpret evolving regulations, contribute to quality management systems, and help shape regulatory strategies across medical and non-medical sectors. It offers broad exposure to global markets and emerging technologies within a consultancy environment.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

EMEA Energy Industry Go-To-Market (GTM) Leader

Lead the go-to-market strategy for Databricks' Energy industry vertical across EMEA, engaging C-suite executives and shaping AI-driven transformation in energy sectors including oil and gas, utilities, and renewables. Drive pipeline growth, align cross-functional teams, and establish Databricks as a strategic platform through thought leadership and market analysis. Work closely with sales, product, and engineering to convert industry insights into commercial outcomes.

Databricks United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent