Machine Learning Engineer

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This role is for a Machine Learning Engineer in Defence/National Security, offering up to £650/day outside IR35 for a 3-month rolling contract in Central London (hybrid). Requires British SC Clearance, expertise in C/C++, Python, radar principles, and ML domains.
🌎 - Country
United Kingdom
💱 - Currency
£ GBP
💰 - Day rate
Unknown
Unknown
650
🗓️ - Date discovered
April 9, 2025
🕒 - Project duration
3 to 6 months
🏝️ - Location type
Hybrid
📄 - Contract type
Outside IR35
🔒 - Security clearance
Yes
📍 - Location detailed
City Of London, England, United Kingdom
🧠 - Skills detailed
#ML (Machine Learning) #NLP (Natural Language Processing) #Data Science #Embedded Systems #Security #NumPy #AI (Artificial Intelligence) #Deep Learning #Project Management #Python #Scala #C++ #Pandas #Libraries #Matlab #Programming #Signal Processing #Deployment #Consul
Role description

Machine Learning Engineer

Day Rate: Up to £650 outside IR35

Industry: Defence/National Security

Location: Central London - Hybrid

Duration: 3 Month Rolling

Start Date: 1 Week Notice

The Opportunity:

The UK’s leading AI Consultancy seeks an influential ML Engineer to push the boundaries of innovation in a mission-critical defence project.

The Role:

You'll join a high-performing ML engineering team of data science and AI experts solving complex challenges in Radar and Sonar Signal Processing to develop bespoke AI/ML algorithms that drive Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Navigation Systems, shaping the future of defence technology.

Essential Requirements:

   • British National with Central Government SC Clearance

   • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, VHDL/Verilog for FPGA programming, radar simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink), and real-time embedded systems.

   • In-depth knowledge of radar principles (Doppler, pulse, continuous wave, synthetic aperture), radar signal processing, and algorithms.

   • Practical experience in radar system design, development, testing, and troubleshooting, with knowledge of specific applications like military, automotive, and weather radar.

   • Familiarity with machine learning (ML) domains such as NLP, Bayesian inference, deep learning, and AI safety.

   • Experience with data science libraries (e.g. NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn) and MLOps tools for deployment and scalability.

   • Background in quantitative research (e.g. STEM PhD) or professional analyst roles, focusing on radar systems in Defence.

   • Strong mathematical reasoning and understanding of statistical tests and probability.

   • Research experience (PhD/Postdoc) with academic publications and conference presentations.

   • Commercial experience, including customer-facing roles or project management

For more information or to apply, please reach out to:

Contact: 02077806706

Email: george.bates@ansonmccade.com

LinkedIn: George Bates | LinkedIn

Machine Learning Engineer