Senior Data Scientist & Machine Learning Researcher - Gloucester

Salary: £50,000 - 90,000 per year

Requirements:

• BSc in Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field
• Experience coding in Python and associated ML packages (HuggingFace, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Proven experience of delivering ML solutions to customers and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrate deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms for different data types and tasks including Generative AI, NLP and computer vision
• Experience of training and developing AI models including Large Language Models
• Ability to produce high-quality scientific writing for internal & external stakeholders as well as academic publications
• Experience of mentoring and undertaking technical leadership on small projects
• (Desirable) PhD or Masters degree
• (Desirable) Experience using robust ML pipelines, appropriate version control and environment management (e.g. venvs or Docker)
• (Desirable) Working knowledge of Linux systems, using basic commandline functionality (e.g. AWS CLI, Docker CLI, Linux commands)
• (Desirable) Experience of deploying AI models in a scalable way for external users
• (Desirable) Experience working in Cloud, preferably AWS but also GCP or Azure
• (Desirable) Research publications in peer-reviewed journals
• (Desirable) Experience of writing technical project proposals

Responsibilities:

• Develop complex, novel data science solutions, contributing significantly to machine learning projects with minimal guidance
• Bring experience in scoping, designing, and delivering data-centric solutions while working collaboratively across disciplines
• Undertake research and applied AI/ML tasks on both customer and internal research projects
• Generate ideas for new research directions and provide technical leadership in small project groups
• Mentor more junior team members within their project team and the wider SRG
• Work with customers and internal stakeholders, with varied technical knowledge, to determine appropriate technical approaches and do the technical development required for delivery.

Technologies:

• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Computer Vision
• Docker
• GCP
• Linux
• Machine Learning
• PyTorch
• Python
• Security
• TensorFlow
• DevSecOps
• Support

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At Raytheon UK, we offer a unique opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist and Machine Learning Researcher to join our Strategic Research Group (SRG) in a hybrid role based in Gloucester, Manchester, or London. Our organization fosters an informal, flexible working culture focused on output, with extensive benefits including 25 days of holiday, a contributory pension scheme, and annual bonuses. By joining us, you become part of a community dedicated to shaping the future of national security and advancing technology in a meaningful way.

last updated 37 week of 2026