Principal ML Engineer

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Bristol
1 year ago
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Duration:6 months (potential for extension)

Rate:£550-650 per day (Outside IR35)


We are looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development of an innovative product in a fast-paced, start-up style environment. Working in a small team of four, you will combine hands-on technical development with client-facing solutions architecture.


Your focus will be on optimising advanced models for deployment in environments with limited computing resources, addressing key challenges in edge computing.


Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and optimise machine learning models for constrained edge environments.
  • Act as the technical lead, mentoring team members and ensuring high-quality delivery.
  • Collaborate with clients to define requirements and guide architecture.
  • Transition cloud-based models to low-resource, real-world deployments.


Essential Experience:

  • Proficiency in Python, Docker, and data storage tools (e.g., Redis).
  • Expertise in large language models (LLMs), RAG techniques, and fine-tuning.


Desirable Skills:

  • Knowledge of speech technologies, edge computing, or defence/military sectors.


This is a 6-month contract role offering the chance to work on a high-impact project.


You must be eligible to gain SC Clearance to apply for the position.


Apply now to help shape the future of machine learning deployment.

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