Research Engineer - AI / ML / LLM

European Tech Recruit; Greater London, Cambourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit is seeking a Research Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects focused on semiconductor design and optimisation. The role is based in London or Cambourne, UK, with a permanent contract.

The candidate will implement novel ML ideas, build prototypes, and collaborate with researchers to translate theory into practical systems. Strong Python/C++ skills and DL framework experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing machine learning algorithms and techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX) advantageous.
• Experience with optimisation, reinforcement learning, or LLMs a plus.
• Exposure to chip design or applied AI research desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test research ideas across machine learning and AI.
• Build prototypes and support experiments for team and company projects.
• Collaborate with researchers to translate theoretical models into practical systems.
• Maintain and improve research infrastructure, tools, and workflows.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Machine learning

Python

C++

Problem solving

Communication

Deep learning frameworks

Reinforcement learning

LLMs

Chip design exposure

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Job description

We are partnered with a global leader in the semiconductor industry. The team is looking to hire a Research Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects spanning both applied and fundamental research, with a focus on applying AI to semiconductor design and optimisation.

This is a permanent opportunity based in London or Cambourne, UK.

Key responsibilities for this Research Engineer position:

• Implement and test research ideas across machine learning and AI.
• Build prototypes and support experiments for team and company projects.
• Collaborate with researchers to translate theoretical models into practical systems.
• Maintain and improve research infrastructure, tools, and workflows.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.

Key requirements:

• Experience implementing machine learning algorithms and techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX) advantageous.
• Experience with optimisation, reinforcement learning, or LLMs a plus.
• Exposure to chip design or applied AI research desirable.

Keywords: Research Engineer / Machine Learning / AI / LLMs / Reinforcement Learning / Generative Models / Deep Learning / PyTorch / TensorFlow / JAX / Python / C++ / Semiconductor / Chip Design / Optimisation / London / Cambourne / UK / Permanent