Lead AI Engineer

Lead AI Engineer Deep Tech Start-Up London Cutting-Edge Machine Learning & Autonomous Systems

Join one of the UK's most exciting deep tech start-ups, backed by leaders from Meta, Google, and OpenAI. We're building frontier AI and autonomous systems that redefine intelligent defence.

The Opportunity

As Lead AI Engineer, you'll shape architecture, research direction, and real-world deployment of cutting-edge machine learning systems. You'll lead a world-class team, blending research excellence with practical engineering impact.

About You

• MSc or PhD in AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, or related field
• Proven experience leading AI/ML teams and shipping production solutions
• Strong in Python, C++, or Rust, with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX)
• Background in distributed systems, reinforcement learning, or autonomous agents
• Collaborative leader who thrives on complex technical challenges

What You'll Do

• Design and deploy scalable AI-driven systems
• Drive technical strategy, infrastructure, and innovation
• Collaborate with leading researchers from top global AI labs

Benefits

• Competitive salary + meaningful equity
• Private health & dental cover
• Work with world-class AI pioneers using state-of-the-art tools
• High ownership, impact, and growth potential
• Based in London, in-office by default

Shape the Future of AI

Lead the next wave of autonomous intelligence and help define how AI transforms real-world systems. Apply now to join the UK's most ambitious deep tech start-ups!

Lead AI Engineer Deep Tech Start-Up London Cutting-Edge Machine Learning & Autonomous Systems