Job Description
Lead ML Engineer (12-month FTC)
£80,000 - £90,000
Remote (UK Based Only)
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior, hands-on ML Engineering role where you will shape how machine learning is delivered, scaled, and embedded across a large, complex organisation.
THE COMPANY
They are a large, well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for quality, trust, and long-term client relationships. Data and AI are a strategic priority, with significant internal backing to move from successful proof of concepts to robust, production-grade platforms.
THE ROLE
As a Lead ML Engineer, you will take ownership of ML Engineering delivery end-to-end, helping define best practice while remaining highly hands-on.
Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following:
* Leading the ML Engineering capability and contributing to the wider data and AI strategy.
* Designing, building, and productionising ML pipelines aligned to business goals.
* Delivering NLP and LLM-driven solutions, including fine-tuning and deployment.
* Implementing strong MLOps practices across model training, deployment, and monitoring.
* Working closely with Data Scientists to support, maintain, and improve models in production.
* Building APIs and data products that enable ML solutions to be consumed across the business.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful Lead ML Engineer will have the following skills and experience:
* Commercial experience delivering ML solutions end-to-end.
* Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience building data and ML pipelines.
* Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure.
* Practical experience with NLP and LLMs, including fine-tuning and applied use cases.
* Solid understanding of MLOps, CI/CD for ML, and production model monitoring.
* Exeperience with stakeholders and translating business problems into technical solutions.
* Experience building or integrating APIs, such as with FastAPI, is beneficial.
BENEFITS
The successful Lead ML Engineer will receive the following benefits:
* Salary between £80,000 - £90,000 - depending on experience
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your resume to Majid Latif via the Apply link on this page.