At Faculty, we innovate, build and deploy responsible AI which moves the needle. We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI systems for our diverse clients. This is an ambitious, cross-functional role requiring a blend of technical expertise, engineering leadership, and confident client-facing skills within our National Security and AI Safety business unit.
What You'll Do
- Lead technical scoping and architectural decisions for high-impact ML systems.
- Design and build production-grade ML software, tools, and scalable infrastructure.
- Define and implement best practices and standards for deploying machine learning at scale.
- Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, product managers, and commercial teams to solve critical client challenges.
- Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and partners, translating complex concepts into actionable strategies.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, actively shaping our team's engineering culture.
What We're Looking For
- Significant experience operationalising models built with frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
- Deep expertise in software engineering and strong Python skills, focusing on robust, reusable systems.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including architecture, security, and infrastructure.
- Extensive experience with container and orchestration tools such as Docker & Kubernetes to build and manage applications at scale.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, demonstrating ownership and autonomy.
- Exceptional communication skills, confidently guiding both technical teams and senior, non-technical stakeholders.
Technical Stack
- Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch
- AWS, Azure, GCP
- Docker, Kubernetes
Team & Environment
You will be part of the National Security and AI Safety business unit. We bring an unparalleled depth of technical, product and delivery expertise and are always on the lookout for individuals who share our intellectual curiosity and desire to build a positive legacy through technology.
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 offers a hybrid working model and is based in the UK.
We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations.
