Are you interested in a leading role to shape the infrastructure and systems of one of the worlds most widely used scientific data resources?

Ensembl is the leading resource for exploring and analysing genomes, used by researchers globally on a daily basis. In recent years, Ensembl has seen a substantial increase in the number of genomes across the tree of life, as well as increasing depth of annotation and resources around key model organisms and humans. We have conducted an extensive multi-year program to re-engineer our infrastructure to meet these challenges and sustainably continue to support researchers using our tools and services. At the heart of this program is our new website (https://beta.ensembl.org), which is built around a service-orientated architecture delivering large quantities of data to a modern and responsive front-end client application. Many key components, including the incorporation of new AI based tools, remain to be developed.

We are enthusiastic to announce a new EMBL Faculty role to head our ongoing developments whilst continuing to meet emerging demands of Ensembl as the Genomics Technology Infrastructure Team Leader at EMBL-EBI.

Your role

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of approximately 15 staff members including software engineers, bioinformaticians, designers and UX experts to build infrastructures to serve and disseminate biological data. These methods of dissemination include visualisations, data explorers, and application programming interfaces (APIs). Your team will be responsible for leading the creation of novel data stores, serving the needs of researchers in both high and low resource settings, and transitioning Ensembl to an AI-ready resource. You will also investigate the application of AI-based tools to improve Ensembl services and processes.

You will work closely with other Team Leaders within Ensembl, and more broadly with leadership across EMBL-EBI and other EMBL sites to deliver integrated systems and data flows between our EMBL key partners. You will also be a lead contact with EMBL-EBIs IT Technical Services, who provide the underlying IT infrastructure behind our resources.

In this role, you will use your knowledge of systems architecture and design to guide your team to develop sustainable, scalable solutions. You will also coordinate the development of new interfaces and tools alongside the maintenance of existing tools and codebases including migration of these to new technologies and infrastructure. Your knowledge and experience will be key to developing achievable strategies and roadmaps in a collaborative approach with colleagues in the wider Ensembl team. An essential part of this role is anticipating future demands from biological research, evaluating technical advances and balancing these with the continued delivery of key priorities.

As you progress in this role, you will develop a deep understanding of EMBL-EBIs resources and the communities we serve. This will include directly engaging with research communities, industry partners and global standards organisations such as the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health. You will be given the opportunity to work with a talented and driven workforce who work towards a shared vision of delivering the very best scientific resources.

We seek an individual who has a passion for technology, creating impactful resources, scenario and strategic planning, fundraising, developing staff and taking a leading role in key collaborations with international consortia and organisations.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply!

This role reports to the Section Head for Genome Assembly and Annotation, Rob Finn.

You have

• A PhD degree in a relevant field or equivalent relevant experience
• A demonstrable track record of systems design and architecture
• Experience designing databases, developing websites and working with big data (gigabyte to terabyte scale)
• In-depth knowledge of the following: software engineering, relational databases, service provision, API development, standards, software development best practices
• Project management and staff management experience
• Experience contributing to budget management and managing grants, including grant writing and reporting
• An understanding of agile and similar software development processes including how to adapt these methods to maximise success in multi-partner projects
• Experience maintaining legacy code and systems including migration to new implementations
• Knowledge of deployment infrastructures including virtual machines, commercial cloud and kubernetes
• Experience with collaborative development tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Jira and Confluence
• Excellent communication skills. Have an ability to engage with stakeholders including technical specialists, domain experts and wider research and industry communities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mentality.
• A commitment to continual improvement of systems, processes and staff
• The ambition and drive to develop high-impact data services for the wider research community

You may also have

• Experience of some of the following technologies: workflow managers, data warehousing technology, high-performance computing platforms, database and database query optimisation, and data mining
• Experience in some of the following domains: bioinformatics, genomics, ontologies, functional annotation, and high throughput sequencing analysis, statistics
• Experience of some of the following technologies: Python, Rust, Perl, GraphQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, Apache, MySQL, PostgreSQL, DuckDB, SQLite
• Hands on experience working with AI based tools, both as a data provider and their application in the context of a website.
• Experience in writing grants to a range of funding agencies
• A track record in leading scientific projects
• Participation in multi-institute collaborations
• Presented at international meetings
• Participation in public-private scientific partnerships
• Experience leading work packages for complex multi-partner grants and chairing international steering groups and committees on technical subjects

Apply now! Benefits and Contract Information

• Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £278 monthly child allowance of £336 per child. Non resident allowance up to £717per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances

• Hybrid working arrangements

• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)

• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays

• Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)

• Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

• Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances

• Contract duration: This position is a 5 year contract renewable up to 9 years

• Salary: Monthly salary starting at£5,982after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + benefits (Total package will be dependent on family circumstances)

• International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.

• Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.

• Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.

To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via our online system. Applications will close on 25/03/2026.

Do you want to lead groundbreaking research in computational biology? Join us at EMBL-EBI!

EMBL’s European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) is seeking talented and highly-motivated scientists to join its Faculty and develop their own independent research group. We welcome applicants from across the whole field of computational biology, in particular those working at the interface of artificial intelligence and biology. Women, who are under-represented in our Faculty, are especially encouraged to apply.

About us

EMBL-EBI is a global leader in computational biology and bioinformatics. Our research groups develop and apply computational approaches to answer fundamental and applied questions, ranging from studying how the genome has evolved through to how the microbiome affects our health and environment. Research in the Institute builds and expands upon a variety of methods, from strategies for sequence and image analysis through to high-dimensional statistical models, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Computational methods developed by groups based at EMBL-EBI are amongst the most widely used by the scientific community, providing the building blocks for future technical advances and scientific discovery. Please refer to the EMBL-EBI webpage and the individual group descriptions to learn more about the research currently being done in the Institute.

Scientific context and strategic fit

As well as joining one of the worlds leading computational biology institutes, all of our group leaders are embedded in the multidisciplinary and collaborative environment of EMBL, which provides many opportunities for interaction with other research groups.

EMBLs long-term scientific direction, Molecules to Ecosystems, aims to advance our understanding of ecosystems at the molecular level, applying expertise in molecular biology to study life in its natural context. Research areas include applying experimental, computational and theoretical approaches to study how cells and organisms interact with each other and respond to fluctuating environments.

Within this programme, the new AI initiative aims to transform research at EMBL. From the development of new AI methods to their application to mine the worlds largest collection of biomedical data, hosted at EMBL-EBI, to the integration of AI in experimental and observational studies and more generally the scientific process. You will have the opportunity to join this new initiative.

The EMBL-EBI is also deeply embedded in the Wellcome Genome Campus and wider Cambridge environment, which represents an outstanding ecosystem for performing world-leading research in computational life sciences.

Your role

You will establish and lead an independent research group to pursue ambitious and innovative research goals.

To enable your research, EMBL-EBI will provide a generous package of core support, including funding for PhD students, bioinformaticians, engineers and postdoctoral researchers. You will also have access to outstanding computational infrastructure including high-performance clusters and GPU compute, no formal teaching responsibilities, and complete academic freedom.

Your profile

You should have an original and exciting research plan for your future team, which can encompass both biological discoveries and methodological advances. You have an excellent research record in computational biology and a PhD in a relevant field. Alternatively, you have a track-record in machine learning and AI, and interest in applying these to biological questions. A strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration is essential, and well want you to demonstrate your motivation to work in the EMBL environment.

Key competencies

• Scientific excellence and vision you have the potential to develop groundbreaking ideas and contribute to shaping the future of their field.
• Original and innovative thinking you are curious and intellectually creative to approach important research questions from new and original perspectives.
• Collaborative Mindset you are eager to engage with a diverse community of researchers, willing to step outside of your comfort zone, and open to interdisciplinary exchange.
• Mentoring Skills you are dedicated to nurturing and inspiring people in your team, supported by an inclusive leadership style.
• Leadership Potential and Management Skills you are ready and committed to grow into a leadership role, including learning how to efficiently manage and inspire a research team, adapting strategic planning, coordination, and an environment that fosters inclusiveness.

Why EMBL is an excellent environment for you to become a Research Group Leader

EMBL typically appoints group leaders early in their career and provides everything you need to support this transition to your first independent position and achieve your research goals.

EMBL-EBI research group leaders benefit from:

• Core Funding: Focus on your research with generous, reliable core funding throughout your time at EMBL. The offer includes a competitive yearly research package, core-funded Ph.D. students from our excellent international Ph.D. programme, which allows student intake via the ELLIS PhD programme, & access to competitive post-doc programmes.
• World-Class Resources: Access to world-leading core facilities and infrastructures in molecular biology and in IT, including on-site HPC and multiple channels to scale-out to supercomputing resources.
• Collaborative, Interdisciplinary Environment: Thrive within a network of over 110 independent research groups and service teams across our six sites, covering a broad spectrum of topics in life sciences, including the new AI(at)EMBL initiative. EMBL fosters and supports creative, interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
• Creative Freedom: Enjoy the autonomy and resources to choose your direction of research.
• Well-connected Scientific Hub: Be part of EMBL-EBI, embedded in the thriving research environment of the Wellcome Genome Campus with cross-campus initiatives like Open Targets and many other opportunities for collaboration.
• Networking & Visibility: Engage with hundreds of world-leading scientists coming for each of the many international conferences hosted annually at the Wellcome Genome Campus, as well as the EMBL courses and conference programme on campus and in Heidelberg.
• Data: EMBL-EBI maintains the world’s most comprehensive range of freely available and up-to-date biological data resources.
• Global Excellence: Join a top-ranked research institute promoting discovery-driven science in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Further information on Group Leader appointments can be found on the Workday career page

If you would like more information about the position: if procedural, please contact Georgina Birchall, Deputy Head of Talent Acquisition, birchall(at)ebi.ac.uk, if on the position itself, please contact Julio Saez-Rodriguez, EMBL-EBI Head of Research.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your research plan with original and ambitious goals for your future team (maximum 4 pages). In your online application, please also upload a cover letter, your CV and the names and contact details of at least 3 referees.

Interviews: Online interviews will be held late April/early May. Onsite interviews will be held in Hinxton, on the 2nd and 3rd July 2026.

Apply now! Benefits and Contract Information

• Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £278 monthly child allowance of £336 per child. Non resident allowance up to £717per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances

• Hybrid working arrangements

• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)

• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays

• Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)

• Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

• Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances

• Contract duration: This position is a 5 year contract renewable up to 9 years

• Salary: Monthly salary starting at£5,982.74after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + benefits (Total package will be dependent on family circumstances)

• International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.

• Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.

• Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.

To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via our online system. Applications will close on 11/04/2026

Our client is a pioneering technology company delivering laser communications and temporospatial software-defined networking platforms to the aerospace and space industry. Leveraging technology originally developed at a major global tech firm, they are leading innovation in satellite, airborne, cislunar, and deep-space mesh networks.

They are transforming how planetary-scale networks are orchestrated and managed across land, sea, air, and space.

The Role Our client is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join their Spacetime team. This is a hybrid role combining ML research and engineering, focused on solving some of the most complex temporospatial networking and resource management problems in the industry.

Youll work at the cutting edge of AI-driven networking and space systems, collaborating with engineers, researchers, and customers globally.

Key Responsibilities Research and develop state-of-the-art ML algorithms for network orchestration

Build and manage ML training infrastructure using Kubernetes and MLOps tools

Develop and maintain documentation for new algorithms and systems

Integrate AI/ML solutions into the wider Spacetime platform

Act as a technical expert when engaging with customers on ML technologies

Required Skills & Experience MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, or similar

Strong Python programming skills

Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or optimisation libraries (e.g. Gurobi, OR-Tools)

Strong technical communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable code

Interest in explaining and presenting complex technology

Desirable Experience in satellite, wireless communications, or software-defined networking

Background in technical sales or customer-facing engineering roles

Experience writing tests for ML systems

Experience with C, C++, or Go

Whats On Offer Remote working within the UK

Competitive salary + pension + private health insurance + equity

Work on world-leading space and AI technology

High-impact projects in space-ground integration and AI-driven networks

Collaborative, international research environment

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Role: Gen AI Engineer Location: London, UK Duration: Contract Job Description: Your Profile Essential skills/knowledge/experience: Higher degree (PhD preferred) in Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Bioinformatics, or related field.

5+ years in at least 2 AI domains: NLP, NLG, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, GenAI etc.

Hands-on experience with fine-tuning/training LLMs and complex Graph RAG solutions (production environment).

Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge of cloud services and tools (Azure & Databricks preferred), ), including Azure Machine Learning, Vertex AI, AI Search, Databricks, Mosaic ML, Genie, Webapps, Azure Service Bus, Azure DevOps, Azure CLI, Azure AI services, App Insights, and Azure OpenAI.

Extensive knowledge of LLM Python libraries: langchain, langGraph, promptflow, semantic kernel, Autogen, graphRag, promptflow

Good software engineering background, (developing application, API, frontend integration, security best practices, experience with fastAPI, Asyncio is a plus).

Strong experience with Gen AI model deployment and monitoring (CI/CD, Weight&Biases GitHub pipelines is a plus).

Advanced understanding of security, compliance, and ethical considerations in AI.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: Soft Skills: Demonstrate a combination of business focus, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and programming knowledge to be able to quickly cycle hypotheses through the discovery phase of the project.

Strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent collaboration & communication skills to report back complex findings in a clear, structured manner.

Certifications: Relevant certifications in AI and machine learning such as Azure AI Engineer Associate are a plus.

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If you are looking for a career at the cutting edge, delivering a first of its kind technology of great strategic and national importance, then apply to DragonFire today!

Salary: Up to £53,000, depending on experience/grade

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

With the recent award of the DragonFire Contract, MBDA will be delivering the first ever Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) onto Royal Navy warships within the next 2 years.

Following on from these successes, MBDA is looking for flexible, motivated, and technically astute candidates to continue to develop DragonFire into a world class, deployable, LDEW air defence system. Our ambitious plans involve parallel and interleaved streams of pioneering technology, experimentation and rapid weapon system development, providing opportunities across the key weapon system domains of Systems Engineering: requirements, design, performance analysis and certification.

What we are looking for:

• PhD or industry experience in the development of laser technology at a system level
• In-depth understanding of laser physics and optics, with the ability to influence and contribute to the design and development of a cutting-edge laser systems and technology
• Ability to support technical mediation, communicating issues, architectures and ideas at all levels
• Demonstrated ability in technical mediation, communicating complex laser and optics concepts, architectures, and ideas effectively at all levels, from high-level management and technical experts to systems engineering specialists and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with partners and customers/key stakeholders as well as team members and other departments
• A passion for problem-solving, persistence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results

Desirable/Advantageous Experience:

• Experience with high-power laser technology / laser systems
• Requirements analysis, specifications and justification
• Systems proving, design assurance and certification
• Experience of developing complex systems, ideally in defence
• Support functional design with requirement flow down through system/sub-system/equipment
• Experience of system architecting tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Company description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job description:

Job Summary

Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines.

The Luton team is focussed on developing product and manufacturing process technology related to aircraft ice protection systems and specialist structures for both civil and defence applications. The areas of activity cover but is not limited to: Electro-thermal systems and Electro-mechanical systems, Specialist materials and coating systems, Embedded and structural composites, Aircraft transparencies, Icing modelling and analysis, Sensing and data acquisition, Electrical and software control systems and digital engineering / manufacturing.

We are seeking a Research Engineer to develop and mature manufacturing process technology to enable low cost, high rate and high-yield manufacturing of aircraft structures with embedded ice protection capability, with a focus on automation and digitalisation to drive innovation and manufacturing excellence.

As this is aresearch role, we are looking for an innovative thinker, your work should push the boundaries of conventional engineering in terms of the design and integration of state-of-the-art manufacturing processes whilst appreciating aerospace certification requirements.

Youll be comfortable travelling within the UK when needed, with occasional opportunities for international travel depending on programme demands. Job Responsibilities

Responsible for the technical delivery of allocated project deliverables, or project work packages, ensuring the research objectives have been satisfied.
Support or lead any necessary ‘hands on’ development test work and development trials that are required to meet your Work Package/Work Stream delivery objectives.
Support or lead the design of external work packages to be carried out by third parties to meet project research objectives.
Responsible for accurately capturing and recording data and results from test work and development trials.
Responsible for raising and issuing high quality and detailed technical documentation.
Seek to understand the strategic direction of the target products or manufacturing process technologies being developed within your project(s).
Contribute to Technology Development Plans and Technology Business Cases within your project(s).
Contribute to multi-year planning and internal/external funding proposals as required.
Suggest and explore exploitation routes, aligned with the guidance of the Work Stream Lead.
You may support project stakeholder management with internal/external customers, and you may lead management of supply chain partners in some cases.
Take an active role in creating a personal development plan linked to GKN’s TEF and will be responsible for delivering on agreed objectives supported by your line manager.
Ensure EHS policy and process adherence for your activities, and you will contribute to a proactive EHS culture in the wider team.
Contribute to the development of GKN as a ‘Great Place to Work’, aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership.

Profile description:

What You’ll Bring

To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

Essential:

A relevant professional qualification such as HNC/HND/ Degree in engineering (e.g. Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical)
Good working knowledge of general industrial manufacturing processes, and an interest in understanding new and emerging techniques.
Good working knowledge of AS9145 APQP/PPAP requirements and tools supporting Zero Defect Manufacturing approaches.
Good working knowledge of Lean manufacturing philosophies and Six Sigma / Statistical techniques for process control and problem solving.
A logical and methodical approach to task planning.
Good report writing and presentation skills, able to support and present at internal and external technical and project review meetings.
You will be developing your own network and you will have a general awareness of key companies and key individuals who operate in the wider aerospace technology and engineering field.

Desirable:

• A higher degree qualification such as a Masters, PhD or EngD
• Experience of working with and configuring PLCs (Siemens)
• Experience of working with and configuring SCADA systems.
• Proficient in operating and configuring industrial equipment, in particular ABB robotic systems including the use of Robot Studio software.

AsResearch Engineeryou should have a broad engineering knowledge and be an innovative thinker, being able to apply and combine engineering concepts from a number of disciplines including Manufacturing process selection, Industrial process control, Robotics, Digital engineering (data capture and analytics) and have an appreciation of Lean Manufacturing principles to be able to deliver cutting edge manufacturing solutions for the next generation of ice protection systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience in equipment procurement, including Capex generation, equipment specification, supplier management, commissioning and buy-off. They will also bring working knowledge of AS9145 APQP/PPAPparticularly MSA, PFMEA and SPCalong with a general understanding of aerospace product certification and qualification requirements.

As aResearch Engineer, you will bring an adaptable approach to your work and be comfortable collaborating with colleagues across different areas of expertise to achieve project objectives. You will be naturally curious, proactively deepening your technical knowledge through study, experimentation, hypothesis testing and cross-functional collaboration.Your proactive mindset will enable you to quickly understand and adapt to new technology areas, while your strong communication skills will allow you to confidently engage with a wide range of internal stakeholders.

This position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually).

Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.

We offer:

What We’ll Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
185 hours holiday + bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
Free onsite parking
Local gym discount
Free airport parking
Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting
Enhanced family friendly leave
A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

Join us and keep the world moving click on the link below to apply

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

£35,000 - £40,000 + Days Based + Monday - Friday + Training
Exeter, Devon

Are you a Product Design Engineer or similar looking for an exciting days-based role within a long-established company that specialises in the design and manufacture of innovative equipment, offering a stable, long-term career?

In this office-based role, you will manage your own projects from conception through to completion, working closely with customers and clients to develop specifications before completing the required design work to bring projects to life. You will primarily use SolidWorks, with training available through shadowing to support your development where required.

The company is at the forefront of international innovation and has delivered multiple world-first solutions, earning internationally recognised awards. They design and manufacture durable, high-quality products through injection moulding into a wide range industries.

This position would suit a Product Design Engineer or similar looking to take the next step in their career within a well-established business that offers a stable long-term career with no overtime.

The Role:

• Producing and developing designs using SolidWorks from concept to completion
• Carrying out R&D activities, including prototyping and in-house testing
• Working Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (40 hours per week)

The Person:

• Product Design Engineer or similar
• Experience with prototyping and testing new products

Reference: BBBH23836

CAD, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Design, Product Design, R&D, Marine, Training, Exeter, Devon, Engineer, Engineering, Project, Injection Moulding

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Your new company

This organisation is a long-established leader in smart mobility and intelligent transport solutions, with decades of innovation in traffic data, road safety, and network optimisation. It designs and delivers advanced technologies-from intelligent road-safety products to real-time traffic monitoring and analytics-helping transport operators improve journey safety, reduce congestion, and support more sustainable travel. Its solutions empower customers with actionable insights that enhance how people move across transport networks, contributing to safer, greener and more efficient journeys.

Your new role

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-functional team with an innovative and forward-thinking approach to problem-solving using modern cloud-native systems to create our products. You will have the opportunity to help shape and guide the development of the product that interacts with various real-world devices throughout the highway network.

The platform is built on top of a varied stack that allows it to communicate with real-world IoT devices across the UK and beyond, using multiple AWS services to allow for real-time data capture, feeding a backend service built in Laravel, that provides data to a React.js frontend application.

Our new computer vision products are built on the foundations of NVIDIA DeepStream and GStreamer using the NVIDIA Jetson hardware and developed in Python and C++.

The technology stack you will work with includes Linux, NVIDIA DeepStream, NVIDIA Jetson, Docker, Python, C++, GStreamer, PostgresSQL, Timescale DB, AWS Cloud, AWS SageMaker, and NoSQL(DynamoDB).

What you’ll need to succeed

You will have strong knowledge and understanding of ML/Data Science concepts, processes, statistical modelling, data and model pipelining and ML algorithms. You will also have commercial experience in delivering customer-facing products to the market that utilise computer vision and machine learning.

Ideally, you will also have experience with continuous retraining tools in CI/CD processes for object detection, classification and tracking within computer vision pipelines. You will also be open to learning new technologies, including web technologies, to help integrate AI and data visualisation capabilities into our existing platform.

Essential

• 5+ years of experience working within ML/Data science development
• Experience using NVIDIA DeepStream and Jetson hardware
• Practical experience developing ML pipelines and applications using Python or C++.
• Strong understanding of Linux/Unix shell scripting

Highly Desirable

• Use of Continuous Integration products (Jenkins)
• Use of containerisation technologies Docker Stack / Kubernetes
• AWS and AWS SageMaker experience

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Job Title: Principal Radiation Physicist

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

• Supervising and conducting analysis and experiments to support system qualification
• Supporting progression of design optimisation
• Producing and reviewing radiological safety justifications for proposed design solutions
• Direct development of in-house toolsets in support of the department goals
• Leading detailed shield design, balancing build requirements alongside system performance requirements

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Relevant STEM degree in Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Nuclear Engineering
• Demonstrable experience of radiation transport codes such as MCNP/MCBEND/Attilla
• Understanding of radiation physics
• Experience of radiation safety studies & behaviours
• Experience of radiation metrology
• Knowledge of the ALARP principle

Desirable:

• Experience of managing technical projects

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Radiation Physics & Shielding team

Our team is responsible for the design and validation of radiation shielding for the UK’s nuclear powered submarine fleet. We are engaged across three different submarine programmes in different stages of the engineering lifecycle designing new shields, providing design change assessment into the build programme, and conducting radiation metrology on-board during commissioning. Alongside our primary work we conduct radiological safety studies for several other areas, design novel radiation detectors and are developing capability in the field of radiation damage to electronics. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 25th February 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Role: Algorithm Software Engineer (C#)

Location: Coventry - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
Right to work: You must already have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

About the business

This is an opportunity to join a rapidly scaling, innovation-led technology company working on highly complex engineering and data-driven products. The organisation operates in a fast-moving, research-focused environment where advanced mathematics and algorithm development are central to its solutions.
You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and software specialists working on challenging real-world problems that require deep technical thinking and creativity.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will design and implement sophisticated mathematical and scientific algorithms in C#. You will work closely with domain specialists to translate theoretical models into high-quality, efficient, and reliable software components.
You will play a key role in improving existing systems, developing new capabilities, and contributing to the technical direction of algorithm-based projects.
This position offers a hybrid working model, requiring collaboration in the Solihull office two days per week.

What you’ll need (Essential)

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Strong commercial experience in C#, particularly in technical, scientific, or mathematical software development
• A Master’s degree or PhD in a STEM subject such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science
• A solid understanding of advanced mathematical principles
• Experience working with complex algorithms and numerical methods
• Knowledge of 3D vector mathematics and spatial calculations
• A proven ability to solve difficult technical problems in innovative ways
• Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills

Nice to have (Desirable)

It would be advantageous if you also have experience with one or more of the following:

• Inertial navigation systems, particularly in robotics, autonomous systems, or drone technology
• Sensor fusion techniques, including Kalman filtering or similar approaches
• Practical experience using MATLAB for modelling, simulation, or data analysis

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging and impactful projects
• Collaborative, highly skilled engineering environment
• Career development within a growing technology organisation

Senior Principal Research Engineer Composite Materials / Advanced Materials
Contract Length: 6 months
Rate: £60 per hour Umbrella
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Location: Hybrid (2 days per week from home)
Clearance required: DV - 10 years residency in the UK with no more than 3 months out of the country in one period.

• Strong technical knowledge of composite materials, including design, processing, and performance characteristics.
• Proven experience leading R&D projects and delivering successful outcomes.
• Industry experience-ideally within defence, aerospace or other high-performance sectors.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership capabilities.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal ResearchEngineer with expertise in advanced composite materials/ CMC’s to lead and deliver cutting-edge research programmes. This role is ideal for an experienced materials specialist who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of composite technologies, supporting UK strategic priorities, and accelerating the transition of new materials into industrial application.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and deliver programmes in advanced composites / advanced materials, particularly CMC’s
* Develop novel fibre architectures, resin systems, and multifunctional composite solutions.
* Collaborate with industry partners, government stakeholders, and academic institutions to drive innovation and technology readiness.
* Support research programmes while ensuring adherence to secure technology development protocols.
* Produce technical documentation, proposals, and publications to support knowledge sharing and future funding.
* Uphold security requirements and contribute to national security and defence strategy initiatives.

For further information, please send your CV over and we will be in touch!

Lead Concept Engineer Imaging, Metrology & Visualisation Systems

Location: Surrey, UK Salary: Approx. £60,600 Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

An innovative technology company specialising in imaging, metrology, and visualisation systems is seeking a Lead Concept Engineer to join its Concept Development team.

This team sits at the forefront of technical innovation, driving early-stage research and development to create breakthrough technologies and intellectual property. The role focuses on taking ideas from concept through to working proof-of-concept models that help define future product roadmaps.

Youll work in a highly creative R&D environment with direct access to development laboratories, optical benches, rapid prototyping equipment, 3D printers, and industry-standard software tools such as CREO, Zemax, and Mathcad.

If youre excited by the intersection of technology, ergonomics, and innovationand enjoy building and testing new system concepts from the ground upthis role offers a rare opportunity to shape the next generation of products.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop innovative concepts for next-generation optical, digital, and metrology imaging systems
• Contribute to group-level technology and product strategy through system-level thinking
• Design, build, and test mock-ups and breadboard prototypes to validate early concepts
• Conduct competitive analysis and technology benchmarking to identify innovation opportunities
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies that enhance future products
• Collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and external technology partners
• Ensure technical, ergonomic, and application requirements are aligned across disciplines
• Define and manage specifications with external partners
• Manage concept projects, reporting progress, milestones, and risks to senior stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (Bachelors, Masters, or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Optoelectronics, Electronic Engineering, or Mechatronics
• Minimum 5 years experience in an R&D or advanced engineering environment
• Strong technical creativity with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Solid understanding of optics
• Practical experience with mock-up development and breadboard prototyping
• Experience in image processing, metrology, or mechatronics
• Awareness of quality, safety, and ergonomic design principles

Personal Attributes

• Strategic and structured thinker with strong analytical skills
• Passionate about concept creation and early-stage system design
• Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams
• Collaborative, open-minded, and comfortable moderating diverse viewpoints
• Curious, proactive, and quick to adopt new tools and technologies
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Benefits:

• Private pension scheme
• Private medical insurance with low monthly contributions
• Health cash-back plan
• Life insurance
• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays

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The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated engineer or scientist to support the development of low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) research concepts. This role involves designing, building, testing and analysing prototype systems so they can be evaluated for future capability.

You will work in laboratory and real-world environments, including time spent out in the field and at sea, conducting scientific trials and system testing. The role sits within a multidisciplinary applied technologies team and offers the opportunity to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation.

Training and development will be provided to support the specific requirements of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and develop low TRL prototype systems and concepts
• Plan and lead laboratory and field trials, acting as Trials Officer where required
• Design scientific test plans and test serials to meet technical requirements
• Select, configure and operate measurement and instrumentation equipment
• Design bespoke test setups and systems
• Write trials documentation including test plans, method statements and EHS risk assessments
• Lead and participate in system integration, verification and validation activities
• Hands-on troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical and electrical systems
• Develop bespoke test software (e.g. MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW) for modelling, data processing and analysis
• Analyse and interpret data to identify meaningful trends and conclusions
• Manage logistics, facilities, subcontractors and test locations
• Engage with customers, stakeholders, engineers and research scientists
• Contribute to bid and proposal activity, including technical solutions and effort estimates
• Deliver work to agreed time, cost and quality targets

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related science discipline
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including delivering complex concepts through presentations
• Strong written skills, including technical report writing
• Proven problem-solving ability with experience troubleshooting complex systems
• Ability to manage, manipulate and analyse data effectively
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and their integration
• Ability to work independently and manage personal workload effectively
• Good working knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle

Knowledge & Experience (Desirable / Developable)

• 4+ years’ relevant experience
• Experience leading or participating in tests and trials, including EHS responsibilities
• Hands-on experience with integration, verification and validation of prototype hardware
• Experience designing and executing system tests and trials
• Programming experience (e.g. MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW)
• Experience in defence, maritime or naval engineering environments
• Knowledge of naval or marine systems and environmental interactions
• Experience participating in at-sea trials

Personal Attributes

• Professional, reliable and flexible team player
• Proactive, with the confidence to make sound decisions
• Highly motivated, energetic and able to see the bigger picture
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced, multitasking environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to scientific rigour
• Strong focus on environmental, health and safety standards
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas

Additional Information

• The role involves working in challenging environments and to tight timescales
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve full Security Clearance (SC)
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time or condensed hours, may be considered

Salary: Negotiableplus benefits, pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance

We are looking for senior software engineers with a range of levels of experience including designing and delivering software applications.

We are a small but rapidly growing consultancy, owned by four highly experienced and recognised practitioners in UK defence consultancy. We are looking for candidates with a mix of technical expertise and interpersonal skills, able to work independently or in small teams.

The Role:

As a Software Engineer, you will play a major role in developing code in the Software Modelling and Simulation, autonomy and geospatial fields, along with providing key advice around innovation and new techniques to stakeholders. You will be designing solutions for complex challenges that will meet and exceed user requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing and delivering software solutions using a large range of techniques, including Wargames, Modelling and Simulation, Robotic and Autonomous systems, Digital Twins and Synthetic Environments.
• Applying mathematical and computational methods to tackle real world problems, applying tools and techniques, and developing novel approaches where required.
• Delivering technical consulting projects and products, with the opportunity to lead some of these
• Building new relationships and maintaining current customer relationships.

Expertise Required:

• Senior Software Engineer: At least 5 years experience, including designing and delivering software applications.

About You:

We are looking for candidates who can help the company grow and can offer exciting opportunities for those with the drive to develop their own skills and those of the company. We offer competitive salaries and packages, and the opportunity for rapid advancement for the right candidates.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

Essential

• At least 5 years experience in designing and implementing performant software applications.
• Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
• Proficient in C/C++ or C# and Python.
• Ability to understand and describe a range of software modelling and simulation techniques.
• Ability to analyse use cases and project data context to determine specifications and requirements.
• Experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines:
• Videogame engine technology (e.g. Unreal Engine, Godot)
• Entity or Event based Simulation
• Robotics and Autonomous Systems
• Understand varied codebases and be confident in making changes to large projects.
• Understand performance and hardware constraints.
• Building customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Supporting and leading authoring of technical reports and presenting to customers.
• Be willing to travel across UK and comfortable to work at client sites for periods.

Desirable:

• Experience working with Defence Digital, DE&S, Dstl, Frontline Commands or UK Defence industry.
• The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience.
• Wed love you to bring a strong STEM / computing background.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.
• Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years UK residency.

Software Engineer

Salary:Competitive, negotiable based on experience, plus benefits including a 7% pension contribution, 25 days holiday, and life insurance

Location:Portsmouth, hybrid working

Sirius Digital is a trusted provider of expertise in Software Engineering, Data Science, and AI, supporting clients in the defence, nuclear, space, and energy sectors. We specialise in software modelling and simulation, robotics and autonomous systems, as well as data science and engineering, delivering technical consultancy and innovative solutions.

We are seeking a Software Engineer who combines strong technical skills with problem-solving ability and effective communication. You will work independently or as part of small teams, helping Sirius Digital grow while advancing your own expertise. We offer a competitive benefits package and clear opportunities for rapid career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver technical consultancy projects to a high standard
• Develop and implement software solutions across areas such as wargaming, simulation, autonomous systems, digital twins, and synthetic environments
• Build and sustain strong client relationships
• Apply mathematical and computational techniques to solve real-world problems, developing innovative approaches as needed

What Were Looking For:

• Experience designing and delivering performant software applications, ideally within a technical consultancy environment
• Knowledge of software modelling and simulation techniques
• Ability to analyse requirements and define technical specifications
• Experience in one or more of the following: videogame engine technology (e.g., Unreal Engine, Godot), entity or event-based simulation, robotics, and autonomous systems
• Proficiency in C/C++, familiarity with Python, C#, Zig.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
• Ability to apply mathematical or statistical methods to scientific or applied challenges
• Confidence working with large codebases and understanding hardware/performance constraints
• Strong interpersonal skills for client and stakeholder engagement
• Experience preparing technical reports and presenting to customers
• Willingness to travel within the UK and work on client sites as required

Desirable:

• Background working with Defence Digital, DE&S, Dstl, Frontline Commands, or the UK Defence industry
• Degree in a STEM or computing discipline, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

What We Offer:

• Mentoring, internal and external training, and access to sector specialists and online learning
• Comprehensive benefits including a 7% pension contribution, private healthcare, life assurance, additional holiday purchase options, and an electric vehicle scheme

Other Requirements:

Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.

Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.

Candidates will also need to either be willing and eligible or to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) or hold a current SC clearance upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years UK residency.

We are seeking Systems Research Engineers with a strong interest in computer systems, distributed AI infrastructure, and performance optimization. These roles are ideal for recent PhD graduates or exceptional BSc/MSc engineers looking to build research-driven engineering experience in areas such as operating systems, distributed systems, AI model serving, and machine learning infrastructure. You will work closely with senior architects on real-world projects, helping to prototype and optimize next-generation AI infrastructure. Required Qualifications and Skills: Bachelors or Masters degree inComputer Science,Electrical Engineering, or related field. Strong knowledge of distributed systems, operating systems,machine learning systems architecture, Inference serving, and AI Infrastructure. Hands-on experience withLLM serving frameworks(e.g.,vLLM,Ray Serve,TensorRT-LLM,TGI) anddistributed KV cache optimization. Proficiency inC/C++, with additional experience inPythonfor research prototyping. Solid grounding insystems research methodology,distributed algorithms, andprofiling tools. Team-oriented mindset with effective technical communication skills. Desired Qualifications and Experience: PhDin systems, distributed computing, or large-scale AI infrastructure. Publications intop-tier systems or ML conferences(NSDI, OSDI, EuroSys, SoCC, MLSys, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR). Understanding ofload balancing,state management,fault tolerance, andresource schedulingin large-scale AI inference clusters. Prior experience designing, deploying, and profilinghigh-performance cloud or AI infrastructure systems.

We are currently recruiting for a Contract Data Scientist to support an innovative engineering-focused organisation operating within a fast-paced R&D environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on data specialist with strong MATLAB expertise who enjoys working closely with engineering teams to drive product development through high-quality data analysis. The Role As a Contract Data Scientist, you will play a key role in supporting engineering development activities through advanced data analysis and tool development. You’ll be working with scientific and test-generated data, helping translate complex datasets into meaningful insights that directly inform product and application improvements. This position requires someone confident working autonomously, enhancing existing analytical frameworks, and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Develop, write, and maintain robust MATLAB analysis scripts and tools Analyse complex datasets generated from scientific and engineering test environments Utilise and enhance existing internally developed MATLAB scripts to support ongoing engineering development Identify opportunities to optimise, refine, and improve current data analysis methodologies Support Test and Applications Engineers with data interrogation, validation, and insight generation Present analytical findings clearly to technical stakeholders Operate effectively within a fast-paced, iterative engineering development settingRequired Experience & Skills Strong proficiency in MATLAB, including script development and tool creation Proven experience analysing scientific or engineering test data Ability to understand experimental methodologies and interpret technical datasets Experience improving or building scalable analysis workflows Comfortable working closely with engineering teams to solve practical development challenges Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Able to manage priorities in a dynamic R&D environmentDesirable Experience Background in scientific instrumentation, sensors, electronics, or similar technical fields Experience validating data quality and supporting product verification processes Exposure to structured development environments or regulated industriesThis contract would suit a proactive and technically strong Data Scientist who thrives on solving complex engineering problems and contributing directly to product innovation

About the Role We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Junior AI Software Engineers, no previous experience in AI, software development, or IT is required. Whether you're looking to start your first role in tech or make a complete career change, this opportunity is designed to give you a structured path into the growing field of artificial intelligence and software engineering. This is a full-time, entry level position offering full on-the-job training. Your journey will begin with a 3 month training and induction programme, where you'll learn the practical skills needed to succeed in your role. From there, you’ll continue to develop your knowledge while contributing to real world projects alongside experienced engineers. Education Requirement: A-Level or equivalent Why This Role is Right for You You do not need a degree or any prior coding experience You have a minimum of A-Level education (or equivalent) You’re looking to start a career in tech or change career paths You’re motivated to learn, grow, and work in a fast paced, supportive environment You’re excited by the idea of working in the field of AI and software development What We Offer £40,000 starting salary Full-time, permanent position No prior experience required- full on the job training provided A structured 3-month training and induction programme to get you up to speed Career progression opportunities into software development, AI engineering, data science, and more A supportive team environment where continuous learning is encouraged Work on real AI driven software projects with hands-on mentorship Key Responsibilities After completing the training programme, your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the development and testing of AI based software applications Writing, reviewing, and debugging code under guidance from senior developers Learning and applying best practices in software engineering and version control Supporting project teams with data preparation and integration tasks Participating in team meetings, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions Ideal Candidate Profile Minimum of A-Level education (or equivalent) No degree or industry experience required Strong willingness to learn and take on new challenges Logical thinker with good attention to detail Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team Interest in technology and a desire to build a long term career in the tech industry Demonstrates a strong understanding of AI ethics, including fairness, transparency, accountability, and responsible use of data and algorithms How to Apply If you're ready to take the first step into a future-proof industry, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief statement on why you're interested in this opportunity

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative team driving the future of autonomous technology? This company is offering an exceptional opportunity to join their dynamic environment as a Software Engineer — Autonomous Systems. With cutting-edge projects and a focus on delivering world-class solutions, this role is perfect for someone passionate about robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning from prototype to deployment. You’ll be working on groundbreaking advancements in uncrewed ground vehicles, contributing to a global leader in the defence sector. This is your chance to make a tangible impact and shape the future of technology.

What You Will Do:

• Work on the development of AI and machine learning solutions for autonomous uncrewed ground vehicles, ensuring self-directed technologies using AI, machine learning, and sensors to perform complex tasks, make real-time decisions, and adapt to changing environments with minimal human intervention.
• Implemnt Computer Vision AI and ML, focusing on algorithm models, data curation, and retraining processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and prototyping specialists, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Plan, schedule, and execute research and development agendas in conjunction with the AI/ML Team Lead.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and advancements, ensuring the company remains competitive and at the forefront of technology.
• Support the definition of project requirements and deliverables, while ensuring timely and high-quality execution.

What You Will Bring:

• Extensive knowledge of autonomous technologies, robotics, and uncrewed systems, with a focus on off-road environments.
• Proven experience in developing and applying AI and ML methodologies, toolsets, and solutions such as Computer Vision
• Strong technical expertise and ability to deliver innovative solutions in the automotive, defence, or transport industries.
• Fluency in English, with excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and locations.
• Eligible to secure basic levels of security clearance.

As a Software Engineer — Autonomous Systems, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving innovation and excellence in the development of autonomous systems. This company is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet emerging customer needs and outperform competitors. By joining this team, you’ll contribute to the advancement of robotics and autonomous technologies, ensuring success in a highly competitive industry. Your expertise will be valued, and your impact will be significant.

Location:

This role is based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.

Interested?:

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this exciting journey. Apply now to become a Software Engineer — Autonomous Systems and take the next step in your career. Your expertise and passion could be the key to shaping the future of autonomous technology!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and be part of an innovative team driving the future of autonomous technology? This company is offering an exceptional opportunity to join their dynamic environment as a Software Engineer Autonomous Systems . With cutting-edge projects and a focus on delivering world-class solutions, this role is perfect for someone passionate about robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning from prototype to deployment. You’ll be working on groundbreaking advancements in uncrewed ground vehicles, contributing to a global leader in the defence sector. This is your chance to make a tangible impact and shape the future of technology.

What You Will Do:

• Work on the development of AI and machine learning solutions for autonomous uncrewed ground vehicles, ensuring self-directed technologies using AI, machine learning, and sensors to perform complex tasks, make real-time decisions, and adapt to changing environments with minimal human intervention.

• Implemnt Computer Vision AI and ML, focusing on algorithm models, data curation, and retraining processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and prototyping specialists, to deliver integrated solutions.

• Plan, schedule, and execute research and development agendas in conjunction with the AI/ML Team Lead.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and advancements, ensuring the company remains competitive and at the forefront of technology.

• Support the definition of project requirements and deliverables, while ensuring timely and high-quality execution.

What You Will Bring:

• Extensive knowledge of autonomous technologies, robotics, and uncrewed systems, with a focus on off-road environments.

• Proven experience in developing and applying AI and ML methodologies, toolsets, and solutions such as Computer Vision

• Strong technical expertise and ability to deliver innovative solutions in the automotive, defence, or transport industries.

• Fluency in English, with excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and locations.

• Eligible to secure basic levels of security clearance.

As a Software Engineer Autonomous Systems , you’ll play a pivotal role in driving innovation and excellence in the development of autonomous systems. This company is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet emerging customer needs and outperform competitors. By joining this team, you’ll contribute to the advancement of robotics and autonomous technologies, ensuring success in a highly competitive industry. Your expertise will be valued, and your impact will be significant.

Location:

This role is based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.

Interested?:

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this exciting journey. Apply now to become a Software Engineer Autonomous Systems and take the next step in your career. Your expertise and passion could be the key to shaping the future of autonomous technology!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Machine Learning Researcher

Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to 85k DOE

We’re recruiting on behalf of a Cambridge-based AI research company developing data-efficient machine learning solutions for complex engineering and optimisation problems.

This is an opportunity to join a highly research-driven ML lab, working on probabilistic modelling, Bayesian optimisation and decision-making methods, with a strong emphasis on theoretical rigour and real-world impact. The team regularly publishes at top-tier machine learning conferences and contributes to open-source ML libraries.

The Role

You’ll conduct original research in areas such as probabilistic models, active learning and Bayesian optimisation, while collaborating closely with other researchers and applied teams. The role blends academic-quality research with practical application, including contributions to product development and customer-facing research projects.

About You

• PhD in Machine Learning, Statistics, Optimisation or a related field (or equivalent research experience)
• Track record of publications in ML, statistics or optimisation venues
• Experience or strong interest in:

• Probabilistic modelling (e.g. Gaussian Processes, Bayesian methods)
• Decision-making methods (Bayesian optimisation, bandits, RL, active learning)

• Strong numerical programming skills (Python; NumPy; TensorFlow and/or PyTorch)
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for research excellence and continuous learning

If you or anyone you know could be interested, please reach out to Fintan at TEC Partners for all of the details.