AI Research Engineer (UAV Swarms)

JR United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Autonomous UAV sector is looking for an experienced AI Research Engineer (UAV Swarms) in the UK. In this role, you will develop AI algorithms for Drone applications, working remotely with competitive pay and excellent benefits. If you have a solid background in Swarm Intelligence and programming skills, this opportunity offers a chance to make an impact in a cutting-edge field.

Benefits

10% Pension

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in AI / Machine Learning.
• Experience with Swarming and Multi-agent systems is essential.
• Familiarity with Edge AI / Edge computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI algorithms for Drone Swarming applications.
• Work across innovative UAV projects with real-world impact.
• Contribute to advanced technological developments in the UAV sector.

Skills

Swarm Intelligence

Multi-agent systems

Python

C++

Java

Rust

TensorFlow

TensorRT

PyTorch

Scikit-Learn

Education

Bachelors in Computer Science

Masters in Engineering

PhD in Robotics

Tools

ROS

ROS2

Real-time Systems

Embedded Systems

Gazebo

Webots

NVIDIA Jetson

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Darwin Recruitment

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

AI Research Engineer (UAV Swarms) - UAV Defence Scale-up - UK

Darwin Recruitment have partnered exclusively with a true leader in the Autonomous UAV sector across Europe.

We've already helped them to scale-up their AI teams and they are not slowing down!

Swarming technology for UAVs, has to be one of the most interesting & high-potential spaces to work in right now.

They are now looking for an experienced AI Research Engineer (UAV Swarms) to develop and implement AI algorithms specifically for Drone Swarming applications.

Previous experience with Swarm Intelligence / Multi-agent systems is ESSENTIAL.

Experience of Interest:

• Bachelors, Masters or PHD in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics or similar.
• Industry experience of ideally 3+ years within AI / Machine Learning.
• Experience of Swarming, Swarm Intelligence and/or Multi-agent systems.
• Python, C++, Java or Rust.
• TensorFlow, TensorFlow Lite, TensorRT, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn.
• ROS / ROS2, Real-time & Embedded Systems.
• Simulation tools such as Gazebo or Webots.
• Edge AI / Edge computing familiarity such as NVIDIA Jetson.

This is a chance to join a business with real purpose, where you work has a real-world impact!

You can work from anywhere in the UK, with fully remote options available (no sponsorship available).

Pay depends on location and experience, however we're looking at a range from £65,000 to £80,000 + 10% Pension + 25 days holiday.

For the full details you can reach out to Richard James, UAV Business Manager at Darwin Recruitment - [emailprotected] / [phone]

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.