AI Accelerator Lead (full-time) - Salary £79,079.00 - £92,258.00 (dependent on experience) - Hybrid working
Ordnance Survey (OS) is the national mapping agency for Great Britain, delivering world-class geospatial data and services that power innovation across government, business, and society. We’re on a mission to unlock the full potential of location data and now, we’re accelerating that vision through artificial intelligence.
The Opportunity
Lead the establishment of Ordnance Survey’s AI Accelerator – a strategic initiative designed to unlock enterprise-wide value from AI. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical leadership with programme-level influence, driving innovation through rapid prototyping, capability building, and cross-functional collaboration.
You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team exploring advanced AI techniques such as geo foundation models, agentic systems, and LLM orchestration. Your goal: deliver high-impact prototypes that evolve into scalable, production-ready solutions, embedding AI in real-world contexts to reduce adoption friction and build organisational confidence in responsible AI use.
What You’ll Do
Programme Leadership: Design and operate the AI Accelerator as a structured, high-impact programme that drives experimentation, rapid prototyping, and capability development across OS.
Exploration & Innovation: Investigate emerging AI techniques, identify high-value applications, and surface associated risks and opportunities for the business.
Technical Delivery: Own the design and build of prototypes, write production-grade code, conduct code reviews, and guide the transition from concept to scalable solution.
Capability Building: Mentor participants, energise the AI Guild, and curate learning resources to strengthen skills and foster a culture of responsible experimentation.
Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with product, data, and technology teams to align initiatives with strategic priorities and ethical standards.
Communicating Impact: Track and communicate outcomes, insights, and recommendations to senior stakeholders, informing roadmap decisions and future investment.
About You
* Proven experience in AI/ML engineering, software development, and technical leadership.
* Strong understanding of modern AI techniques (LLMs, agentic systems, orchestration frameworks).
* Ability to write production-grade code and define engineering best practices.
* Skilled in programme design, stakeholder engagement, and the evaluation of impact.
* Passion for responsible AI adoption, including human-in-the-loop workflows and ethical application.
* Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and secure software engineering practices.
* Ability to mentor, inspire, and influence across diverse teams
* Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging AI technologies and industry best practices.
Why Join OS?
* Be at the forefront of AI innovation in geospatial technology.
* Work on cutting-edge projects with real-world impact.
* Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture with flexible working options.
* Access to professional development, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment.
Location
We embrace a hybrid working model at OS, because we believe in flexibility and balance. You’ll be based at our fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire, where you'll spend 50% of your working week collaborating face-to-face with colleagues. It’s all about combining the best of both worlds connection and autonomy to help you thrive.
Closing date: Sunday 21 June 2026 @23:59
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