Overlay Main Banner

Principal Applied AI Scientist

Job Type
Contract/Temporary
Location
London
Salary
Negotiable
Job Ref
BBBH175966_1779465078
Date Added
May 22nd, 2026
Consultant
daniel simpson

Applied AI Scientist

Location: London

We're looking for a hands‑on Applied AI Scientist to design, build and deploy real‑world AI solutions in complex, constrained environments. This is a senior technical role focused on delivery and impact - ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems and influencing through expertise.


What you'll be doing

  • Designing, building and deploying AI/ML solutions end‑to‑end
  • Working closely with users to translate real‑world problems into technical solutions
  • Developing models using production‑grade Python
  • Deploying AI solutions in secure, offline / air‑gapped environments
  • Working with GPU hardware for training and inference
  • Optimising performance, scalability and system resilience
  • Influencing technical direction through delivery and expertise
  • Sharing knowledge and supporting continuous learning across the team

What we're looking for

Essential:

  • Strong experience as an Applied AI Scientist / Data Scientist
  • Excellent Python engineering skills (production‑level)
  • Experience building and deploying AI solutions without reliance on cloud‑managed services
  • Solid understanding of modern AI/ML techniques
  • Experience with GPU‑based model training/inference
  • Ability to work independently and own delivery end‑to‑end
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and stakeholder engagement

Nice to have:

  • Experience in secure or air‑gapped environments
  • Experience with edge or constrained systems
  • Background delivering AI in real‑world operational environments
  • Ability to influence technical decisions without formal authority

Why join?

  • Work on complex, real‑world AI challenges
  • High‑trust, collaborative environment focused on impact
  • Opportunity to shape solutions in cutting‑edge, constrained environments

If you're a hands‑on AI engineer who thrives on solving real problems and delivering impact, apply now.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Similar Jobs

Apply to this Job


Share this Job