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Applied AI ScientistLocation: London
We’re looking for a hands-on Applied AI Scientist to design, build and deploy real-world AI solutions in complex, constrained environments. This is a senior technical role focused on delivery and impact - ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems and influencing through expertise.
What you’ll be doing*Designing, building and deploying AI/ML solutions end-to-end
*Working closely with users to translate real-world problems into technical solutions
*Developing models using production-grade Python
*Deploying AI solutions in secure, offline / air-gapped environments
*Working with GPU hardware for training and inference
*Optimising performance, scalability and system resilience
*Influencing technical direction through delivery and expertise
*Sharing knowledge and supporting continuous learning across the team
What we’re looking forEssential:
*Strong experience as an Applied AI Scientist / Data Scientist
*Excellent Python engineering skills (production-level)
*Experience building and deploying AI solutions without reliance on cloud-managed services
*Solid understanding of modern AI/ML techniques
*Experience with GPU-based model training/inference
*Ability to work independently and own delivery end-to-end
*Strong problem-solving skills and stakeholder engagement
Nice to have:
*Experience in secure or air-gapped environments
*Experience with edge or constrained systems
*Background delivering AI in real-world operational environments
*Ability to influence technical decisions without formal authority
Why join?*Work on complex, real-world AI challenges
*High-trust, collaborative environment focused on impact
*Opportunity to shape solutions in cutting-edge, constrained environments
If you’re a hands-on AI engineer who thrives on solving real problems and delivering impact, apply now.


Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.