Software Engineer AI/ML

Title: Software Engineer (AI/ML Specialist)Location: Dorset (On-Site)Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC clearance Salary: £50,000Are you looking to take ownership of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions and embed them into real-world, high-impact products? This is an opportunity to join a small, highly skilled engineering team pushing the boundaries of applied AI in complex, data-rich environments.The Role You’ll work as a subject matter expert in AI/ML, contributing to the design, development and deployment of intelligent features within existing and new products. You’ll play a key role in shaping system architecture, building scalable solutions, and ensuring the seamless integration of AI into production-grade software.What You’ll Do

• Develop and integrate AI/ML models using Python and C/C++
• Design scalable microservices with Docker and Kubernetes
• Build and maintain development/test environments using open-source tools
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in coding and design
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, robust software solutions

What We’re Looking For

• Strong Python experience
• Linux development background
• Hands-on knowledge of Docker (Kubernetes desirable)
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Experience building scalable systems and microservice architectures
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
• Eligible for, or holding, SC clearance

Why Join?

• Work on products that combine AI, data and critical infrastructure
• Opportunity to lead technical decisions and influence product direction
• Collaborative, supportive environment with mentoring opportunities
• Competitive package with scope for growth and specialisation

Please note. You MUST be eligible to obtain security clearance - Minimum of 5 years spent in the UK with no more than 6 months out at any one time.This is an on-site role so remote working is not possibe.