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Senior Machine Learning Engineer

facultyLondonPublic Services
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Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior
Posted
16 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Faculty is hiring a Senior Machine Learning Engineer in London, UK, to build and deploy responsible AI systems for public services and government clients. This position suits an experienced practitioner with deep software engineering and client-facing skills who wants to drive impactful public sector projects.

Role Overview

The Senior Machine Learning Engineer leads the technical development and deployment of machine learning applications for various clients within the Public Services Business Unit. The role involves designing scalable infrastructure, establishing engineering standards, and advising external partners on technical strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead technical scoping and architectural decisions for high-impact machine learning systems
Design and build production-grade machine learning software, tools, and scalable infrastructure
Define and implement best practices and standards for deploying machine learning at scale
Collaborate with cross-functional partners including engineers, data scientists, product managers, and commercial teams
Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and partners by translating complex concepts into actionable strategies
Mentor junior engineers and shape the engineering culture and technical depth of the team

Requirements

Experience understanding the full machine learning lifecycle and operationalising models built with frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch
Deep expertise in software engineering with strong Python skills focused on robust, reusable systems
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms including architecture, security, and infrastructure
Extensive experience with container and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments with autonomy and ownership
Exceptional communication skills to guide technical teams and senior non-technical stakeholders
Eligibility for UK Security Clearance and willingness to work on site with government clients from time to time

Skills and Tools

Python
TensorFlow
PyTorch
AWS
Azure
GCP
Docker
Kubernetes

About the Company

Faculty was established in 2014 to focus on human-centric artificial intelligence and has worked with over 350 global customers. The organization builds responsible technology across government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences, and defence sectors. The Public Services Business Unit concentrates on utilizing artificial intelligence to benefit individual citizens, inform strategic government decisions, optimize the National Health Service, and reduce bureaucratic backlogs.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is the job located?

The role is based in London, UK, with occasional on-site work required with government clients.

What clearance is needed for this position?

Candidates may need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance due to the nature of the work with government clients.

What does the interview process look like?

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.

What technical frameworks and tools are required?

The role requires experience with Python, machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch, cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and container and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

Is remote work or part-time hours an option?

The posting states that the company is open to conversations about part-time hours, and work includes occasional on-site visits with government clients in London.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official faculty careers page.

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