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Lead Machine Learning Engineer

TN United Kingdom

London

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

22 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Machine Learning Engineer to spearhead their Data Science team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving the research and development of innovative ML/AI services, while cultivating a high-performing team dedicated to advancing group priorities. Collaborating closely with various tech and product teams, you will translate business needs into impactful data solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to champion data science within a forward-thinking company, fostering a culture that values data-driven decision-making and innovation. If you're passionate about leading cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Private Health Care (Bupa)
Pension Scheme with employer contributions
25 Days' Holiday plus bank holidays
Staff Discount at B&Q and Screwfix
Share Incentive Plan (SIP)
Life Assurance
Performance Bonuses
Share Save scheme

Qualifications

  • Proven experience delivering high-quality AI products and deploying ML services.
  • Strong understanding of classical and modern Deep Learning algorithms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of data science projects supporting commercial goals.
  • Develop and lead a proficient team of Machine Learning Engineers.

Skills

Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Python
SQL
Cloud-based ML services (GCP)
Kubernetes
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills

Tools

Jupyter
Pandas
Scikit-Learn
KubeFlow

Job description

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We’re Kingfisher, a team made up of over 82,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher—and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama, and Koctas—to life. We aim to become the leading home improvement company and grow the largest community of home improvers in the world. That’s where you come in.

At Kingfisher, our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We are committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, colour, ethnicity, culture, religious or philosophical beliefs, political opinions, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

We offer flexible and agile working arrangements, both in hours and location, with a blend of remote work and office presence at London, Southampton, and Yeovil. Talk to us about how we can support you!

We are looking for a Lead Machine Learning Engineer to join our Data Science team. You will lead the research and development of ML/AI services, pioneer data science algorithms, and build, lead, nurture, and retain a high-performing team working on group priorities.

What's the job
  • Lead the implementation of data science projects supporting commercial goals
  • Develop and lead a proficient team of Machine Learning Engineers
  • Collaborate with tech, product, and data teams to develop data platforms and embed data science into products and processes
  • Assist diverse teams in translating business needs into data solutions and communicate findings effectively
  • Champion the application of data science across Kingfisher
  • Support the development of a “data culture” and demonstrate data’s value in decision-making
  • Enhance the data science and customer analytics “brand” internally and externally
What you'll bring
  • Proven experience delivering high-quality AI products and deploying ML services
  • Experience with cloud-based ML services, preferably on GCP
  • Strong understanding of classical and modern Deep Learning algorithms
  • Proficiency in SQL and Python ecosystem (Jupyter, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, etc.)
  • Software development skills, especially in Python
  • Experience deploying ML/AI services using Kubernetes & KubeFlow
  • Leadership and management experience
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Core Values and Behaviours

We are guided by our core behaviours: Customer Focus, Humanity, Curiosity, Agility, Inclusivity, and Accountability. We foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages innovation and growth.

Rewards & Benefits
  • Private Health Care (Bupa)
  • Kingfisher Pension Scheme with employer contributions
  • 25 Days' Holiday plus bank holidays
  • Staff Discount at B&Q and Screwfix
  • Share Incentive Plan (SIP)
  • Life Assurance
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Share Save scheme

We value the perspectives you bring and encourage applications even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. Join us and help Power the Possible!

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