Principal ML Architect & Engineering Leader

FDE Times; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Faculty is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to act as the definitive technical authority on ML engineering across the organisation. You will define the architectural vision for our most complex AI systems, influence engineering strategy, and partner with senior leadership and executive clients.

This role is a force multiplier, shaping engineering culture, elevating teams, and ensuring durable technical foundations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design and operationalise production-grade ML systems at scale.
• Experience shaping ML engineering strategy at executive level.
• Strong track record of mentoring senior engineers and building high-performance cultures.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the organisation-wide technical vision for ML engineering and scalable practices.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of flagship ML programmes across multiple workstreams.
• Drive strategic adoption of new technologies and architectures across the firm.
• Coach senior engineers, leaders, and build capability pipelines.
• Act as principal technical voice in executive client engagements and RFPs.
• Lead on high-value sales/pre-sales with architectural authority.
• Align ML strategy with broader business goals with cross-functional leadership.

Skills

Python

Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

MLOps

Containerisation

Leadership

Executive engagement

Open-source & publications

Tools

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Job description

Faculty is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to act as the definitive technical authority on ML engineering across the organisation. You will define the architectural vision for our most complex AI systems, influence engineering strategy, and partner with senior leadership and executive clients.

This role is a force multiplier, shaping engineering culture, elevating teams, and ensuring durable technical foundations.