Principal AI Researcher: LLMs & Deep Learning (Onsite UK)

European Tech Recruit; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit seeks a Principal Researcher to lead AI, LLMs and deep learning research. The role shapes strategic vision, oversees high-impact projects and mentors senior researchers. You will collaborate with partners, influence policy and publish findings at top venues.

On-site in London or Cambridge, strategic impact across academia and industry is expected. You will drive breakthroughs, guide team priorities, and maintain external partnerships to advance semiconductor-inspired AI

Qualifications

• A PhD in Machine Learning, AI, Mathematics, CS, Physics or equivalent research experience.
• Distinguished publication record at top conferences and journals.
• Ability to shape research strategy and oversee multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Shaping and communicating the strategic vision for research across the organisation.
• Overseeing multiple high-impact research projects and ensuring alignment with goals.
• Driving breakthroughs in ML and AI through original research.
• Mentoring senior researchers and research teams.
• Representing the team in partnerships and policy discussions.
• Influencing organisational research priorities and funding discussions.
• Building relationships with academic, industry and funding partners.
• Publishing and presenting research at conferences and journals.

Skills

Python

C++

Leadership

Research strategy

Education

PhD in ML/AI/CS/Math/Physics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

JAX

Job description

European Tech Recruit seeks a Principal Researcher to lead AI, LLMs and deep learning research. The role shapes strategic vision, oversees high-impact projects and mentors senior researchers. You will collaborate with partners, influence policy and publish findings at top venues.

On-site in London or Cambridge, strategic impact across academia and industry is expected. You will drive breakthroughs, guide team priorities, and maintain external partnerships to advance semiconductor-inspired AI