Junior ML Research Engineer

Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Kingston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher is seeking a Junior Machine Learning Research Engineer to help develop innovative AI solutions for learning products. This hybrid role involves working two days a week from the office in Kingston, UK. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, experience in machine learning, and proficiency in Python. This position offers an annual salary between £40,830 and £53,085, along with a full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and frameworks.
• Proficiency in programming with Python and experience with data science libraries.
• Experience or familiarity with AI applications and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy machine learning models to enhance learning solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on AI-related projects.
• Maintain and optimize existing AI capabilities to improve product performance.

Skills

Machine Learning

Python

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

TensorFlow

scikit-learn

Job description

Junior Machine Learning Research Engineer

Posted date: 2025-12-17

Location: Cambridge, UK (Triangle/Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office)

Salary: £40,830 – £53,085

Contract: Full Time / Permanent (35 hours per week)

Company: Cambridge University Press & Assessment (part of the University of Cambridge)

Closing date: 2026-01-14

Job Description

Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment. This is an exciting opportunity for two Junior Machine Learning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team.

As a Junior Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English’s products and services.

About the Role

As a Junior Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting‑edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English’s products and services.