Machine Learning Engineer - Outside £550p/d - eDV Cleared

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client in the UK defence sector seeks experienced Machine Learning Engineers to join their AI and data science division. This role involves developing ML models for autonomous systems and predictive analytics, contributing directly to national defence capabilities. Candidates should have a strong background in machine learning and programming, with the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of AI applications.

Qualifications

• Strong background in machine learning, data science, or AI.
• Solid programming skills in Python.
• Demonstrated ability to build and optimise ML pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing robust ML models for defence environments.
• Processing and analysing complex datasets.
• Collaborating with engineers and scientists for system integration.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Science

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Algorithm Performance

Education

Degree in a related field

Tools

MLOps

Edge Computing

Computer Vision

Signal Processing

Natural Language Processing

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Machine Learning Engineer - Outside £550p/d - eDV Cleared, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

iO Associates - UK/EU

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Role: Machine Learning Engineer

Duration: Initial 6-12 months

Clearance Required: eDV

A leading client within the UK defence sector is currently seeking several experienced Machine Learning Engineers to join their advanced AI and data science division. Offering the chance to contribute directly to the UK's national defence capability while working at the cutting edge of applied AI.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team focused on developing and deploying machine learning models across various complex defence use cases, including autonomous systems, surveillance technologies, predictive analytics, and decision-support platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing robust ML models suited to real-time or mission-critical defence environments
• Processing and analysing complex datasets, including geospatial, signals, or operational intelligence data
• Collaborating closely with software engineers, data scientists, and defence stakeholders to ensure scalable and secure system integration
• Conducting rigorous testing, validation, and documentation of all ML models in line with regulatory and operational standards
• Staying current with emerging AI/ML techniques and assessing their applicability to defence applications

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong background in machine learning, data science, or AI, with a degree in a related field
• Solid programming skills in Python and proficiency with libraries such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
• Demonstrated ability to build and optimise ML pipelines from prototype to deployment
• Understanding of algorithm performance in constrained or sensitive environments
• Prior experience within the defence, aerospace, or national security sectors
• Familiarity with computer vision, signal processing, or natural language processing
• Exposure to MLOps, edge computing, or synthetic data generation
• Knowledge of government or MOD procurement and technical frameworks is an advantage

If you are interested in the above position, please contact James Chapman at 07903 438136 or email [emailprotected] (even if you don't have a CV yet, I'd like to speak with you!)