AI / ML Researcher - Hybrid

Great Baddow (Hybrid - 2/3 Days On-Site) | Up to £65,000 + Bonus & Benefits An exciting opportunity has become available for an AI/ML Researcher to join an advanced research and innovation team developing next-generation Artificial Intelligence solutions for complex Defence, National Security and commercial challenges. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge research across areas including Large Language Models, Natural Language Processing, Knowledge Graphs, Agentic AI and Graph Machine Learning. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, academic partners and industry experts to develop innovative AI capabilities, create proof-of-concept solutions and contribute to research that has real-world impact. The role is based in Great Baddow with hybrid working, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000Annual performance bonusHybrid working with 2-3 days per week on-site in Great BaddowComprehensive benefits package including pension, private healthcare and generous annual leaveOpportunity to work on cutting-edge AI research and innovation projectsExcellent career progression within a growing AI and Data Science capabilityOngoing investment in technical training, research and professional developmentCollaboration with leading universities, research institutions and industry partnersOpportunity to work with the latest AI technologies across Defence and National Security programmesWhat You Need PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science or a closely related disciplineStrong software development experience using PythonHands-on experience with Machine Learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlowExperience working with Large Language Models (LLMs), Knowledge Graphs, Graph Machine Learning or Natural Language ProcessingExperience developing AI prototypes, proof-of-concept solutions or research projectsFamiliarity with development tools such as Git, Docker and modern AI frameworks including LangChain, LangGraph or similarAbility to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesExperience producing technical reports or research documentationPublications, open-source contributions or recognised research within AI/ML would be highly advantageous but not essentialMust be eligible for Security Clearance (SC) and able to satisfy UK security vetting requirementsTPBN1_UKTJ