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ML (Machine Learning) Engineer (London)

BAE Systems (New)
London
2 days ago
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Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa: UK: London

BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber, and intelligence experts. We work across 10 countries to collect, connect, and understand complex data, enabling governments, armed forces, and commercial businesses to unlock digital advantages in demanding environments.

Job Title: Machine Learning Engineer
Requisition ID: 121659

Location: London – Flexible and hybrid working options available; please consult with your recruiter for details.

Grade: GG10-GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Are you passionate about AI/ML technology? Do you enjoy solving complex challenges as part of a team dedicated to national security? Join BAE Systems as an experienced Machine Learning (ML) Engineer.

In our AI team, you will collaborate with National Security Customers to identify how AI/ML solutions can add value. You will lead prototype development, designing, implementing, and deploying AI solutions. This role requires a solid foundation in software engineering, statistics, and AI/ML concepts, along with awareness of the latest advancements in the field.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary AI team focused on developing AI propositions that benefit our customers, working alongside Data Scientists, AI Strategy Leads, and Delivery Managers. Your responsibilities include understanding user needs, establishing our market position, developing skills and career paths in AI, building our AI partner ecosystem, and fostering innovation through AI experiments.

Working in a small team, you'll have ownership and responsibility aligned with your appetite, while being supported by our broader National Security community. You will collaborate with data scientists to understand data requirements, clean and organize data, and build scalable capabilities. Conduct AI experiments to validate technical assumptions and assess technology maturity. Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models, demonstrating their transition from prototypes to products, and support other teams developing ML solutions.

This is a pivotal time to join our AI growth journey, developing innovative products and services that support our mission and make a significant impact on UK security.

About you

You will have experience in:

  • Prototyping applications with ML models to test feasibility and impact.
  • Engineering and deploying ML-based solutions end-to-end.
  • Operationalizing models to meet user needs.
  • Integrating models into applications and systems.
  • Monitoring and optimizing model performance.
  • Exploring latest ML/AI advancements.
  • Ensuring compliance with AI ethics and policies.
  • Providing technical guidance on ML implementation.
  • Programming in Python, Java, .Net, JavaScript, or C++.
  • Using MLOps tools and frameworks.
  • Version control with Git, Mercurial, or Perforce.
  • Containerization with Docker, Kubernetes.

Preferred experience includes refining models with data scientists, defining MLOps strategies, ensuring data quality, conducting data analysis, maintaining documentation, working with cloud ML services (AWS, Azure), integrating various database systems, and utilizing CI/CD tools.

Security clearance is required; if not currently held, you must be eligible and willing to undergo the process.

Support and Benefits

  • Flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements.
  • 25 days holiday, with options to buy, sell, or carry over days.
  • Private medical/dental insurance, pension, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
  • Dedicated Career Manager for professional development.
  • Participation in company bonus schemes.
  • Access to diversity and support groups.

Our team

Our diverse, resourceful, and innovative team drives our success. We foster a culture of collaboration, offering opportunities across the public sector and encouraging work-life balance. Join our National Security division, with over 40 years of experience supporting vital missions, and be part of a growing team of over 700 employees.

More about BAE Systems

We help nations and organizations defend against cyber threats, reduce risks, and transform operations. We employ over 4,000 people across 18 countries and value diversity and inclusion.

For more information, visit:https://www.baesystems.com/en/cybersecurity/national-security

Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

We embrace hybrid working, combining remote and in-office work for flexibility and well-being. We promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, where varied perspectives and backgrounds drive excellence.


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