Faculty is looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to serve as a high-level technical authority, driving our most complex projects and the next wave of AI innovation. You will architect scalable, large-scale systems that integrate seamlessly into existing frameworks while setting the technical direction for our flagship initiatives.
What You'll Do
- Architect sophisticated software and data science frameworks for large-scale, complex systems that meet rigorous functional and non-functional requirements.
- Design integrated system architectures that scale effectively and align with broader organisational and technical standards.
- Solve intricate technical challenges that span multiple projects or business units, acting as a respected expert for internal teams and external customers.
- Set the strategic technical direction for flagship projects, providing the vision and guidance necessary to ensure successful delivery.
- Influence company-wide technical strategy by leveraging deep domain expertise in machine learning and advanced statistics.
- Advise major initiatives as a technical authority, ensuring architectural choices are robust, sustainable, and innovative.
What We're Looking For
- A recognised technical authority with extensive experience in machine learning, statistics, and advanced data science methodologies, with a specific focus on solutions for the Financial Services space.
- A proven track record of defining software architecture and designing complex systems that thrive within existing organisational frameworks.
- A natural problem-solver who can navigate challenges across diverse projects and provide authoritative guidance on major initiatives.
- The strategic mindset required to set the technical pulse for high-impact projects and contribute meaningfully to long-term company goals.
- Excellence in communicating complex technical concepts to both peers and customers, earning trust through expertise and clear architectural leadership.
- Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, balancing hands-on system design with the ability to direct others toward technical excellence.
Team & Environment
You will be operating within our Professional and Financial Services business unit.
Benefits & Compensation
- Unlimited Annual Leave Policy
- Private healthcare and dental
- Enhanced parental leave
- Family-Friendly Flexibility & Flexible working
- Sanctus Coaching
- Hybrid Working
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid working model.
We aim to grow the best team - not the most similar one. We know that diversity of individuals fosters diversity of thought, and that strengthens our principle of seeking truth. We know from experience that diverse teams deliver better work, relevant to the world in which we live. We’re united by a deep intellectual curiosity and desire to use our abilities for measurable positive impact. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations.
