Senior AI Research Engineer

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An AI start-up in London is seeking a Senior AI Research Engineer to drive innovation in educational technology. This role requires expertise in software development and machine learning, focusing on building impactful solutions for online learners, with a competitive salary and equity.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in software development with machine learning.
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with large language model workflows.

Responsibilities

• System design, prototyping, and development in AI.
• Develop solutions for online learners using machine learning and generative AI.
• Translate strategic business goals into technical plans.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

LLMs

RAG

Semantic Search

Knowledge Representation

Fine-tuning

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science

Advanced degree in Physics

Advanced degree in Applied Mathematics

Advanced degree in Electronic Engineering

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Senior AI Research Engineer, London (City of London)

Location: London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: Up to £110k + equity

Skills: Python, PostgreSQL, LLMs, RAG, Semantic Search, Knowledge Representation, Fine-tuning

Location: Central London | 4-days on-site

Funding Stage: Seed-funded, aiming for Series A in 2025

We’re working with an exciting AI Ed-tech start-up in London transforming the educational experience. Fresh from securing seed funding and backed by leading VCs, they have a founding team from major tech companies and top universities like Oxford and Cambridge.

This Research Engineering role involves system design, prototyping, and development, including machine learning, generative AI, and applied maths to solve problems for online learners.

What you’ll need:

• Proven track record in software development with machine learning and computational mathematics in research environments
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with strong Python skills
• Experience building innovative products from concept to deployment
• Hands-on experience with large language model workflows
• Ability to translate strategic business goals into technical plans
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electronic Engineering, or related field