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Forward Deployed Engineer

facultyLondonNational Security & Safety
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Mid
Posted
7 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Based in UK - London, Faculty seeks a Forward Deployed Engineer to deliver bespoke artificial intelligence solutions for government and global enterprise clients. This position suits a technical professional with software engineering expertise and experience operationalising machine learning systems in production.

Role Overview

The Forward Deployed Engineer joins the National Security and AI Safety business unit to build and deploy responsible machine learning software. The professional operates at the intersection of technical delivery and client collaboration, helping organizations across various sectors transform their performance through human-centric artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

Construct and release production-grade machine learning software, tools, and infrastructure.
Develop reusable and scalable solutions designed to speed up the delivery of machine learning systems.
Partner with engineers, commercial leads, and data scientists to address complex client problems.
Drive technical scoping and architectural choices to guarantee project feasibility.
Establish and apply company standards regarding the deployment of machine learning at scale.
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients by explaining complicated machine learning concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Requirements

Comprehension of the complete machine learning lifecycle paired with practical experience operationalising models using frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn.
Advanced proficiency in Python alongside a strong foundation in software engineering best practices.
Practical background utilizing cloud infrastructure and platforms including GCP, Azure, and AWS, with attention to architecture and security.
Experience deploying containerisation and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Docker for scalable application management.
Familiarity with fundamental machine learning principles encompassing statistics, probability, and standard learning methods.
Strong communication abilities suited for guiding technical teams and advising non-technical participants.
Comfort operating within a fast-moving setting that requires autonomy in managing project scope, problem-solving, and delivery.

Skills and Tools

Python
PyTorch
TensorFlow
Scikit-learn
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Azure
GCP

About the Company

Established in 2014, Faculty partners with global customers spanning energy, finance, government, defence, life sciences, and retail. The organization focuses on building responsible artificial intelligence that delivers measurable impact while maintaining high standards for security and trustworthiness.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Faculty careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is the position located?

The role is located in UK - London, though workers may occasionally need to work on site with clients.

What security clearance might be required?

Due to government client projects, candidates may need eligibility for UK Developed Vetting (DV).

What does the interview process involve?

The interview process consists of a 30-minute talent team screen, a 90-minute pair programming interview, a 90-minute system design interview, and a 60-minute commercial interview.

Are alternative work schedules available?

Faculty is open to discussions regarding part-time hours for this position.

What machine learning frameworks are relevant to the role?

Candidates should have experience operationalising models built with frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official faculty careers page.

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