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 More: 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 11 week of 2026