Job Title: AI Research Engineer
Location: Cambridge, UK
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Department: Artificial Intelligence / Research & Development
Role Overview
We are looking for a talented and driven AI Research Engineer to join our growing team in Cambridge. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in machine learning or data science who are passionate about advancing AI technologies and applying them to real-world challenges. You will work on cutting-edge research and development projects, contributing to both theoretical innovation and practical deployment.
Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
Minimum academic requirement: 2:1 or above in undergraduate degree and AAB or higher at A-level (or international equivalent).
We would consider data science backgrounds with relevant experience.
A degree from a globally recognized institution (Top 200 Global Universities) is required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a scientific approach to experimentation.
Proficiency in data science and machine learning workflows, including data handling, model training, and evaluation.
Solid understanding of software engineering practices, particularly in the context of ML development.
Hands-on experience with Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Scikit-learn.
Familiarity with tools like Git, Docker, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
Qualifications (Preferred for Senior Roles)
Expertise in advanced ML areas such as Transformers, LLMs, NER, GANs, Reinforcement Learning, or Multimodal AI.
Academic or industry experience in fields like Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, or Deep Learning.
For senior candidates, must have written publications in peer-reviewed journals or conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, CVPR).
Demonstrated impact in a commercial or applied research setting.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading research initiatives.
About Adecco:
Adecco operates as an Employment Agency and is an equal opportunities employer.
We are on the client's supplier list for this role.
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