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Artificial Intelligence Jobs in London

The UK's tech capital, home to a thriving AI ecosystem. From startups to global giants, London offers a diverse range of opportunities in AI research and development.

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London is a global hub for artificial intelligence, boasting a vibrant ecosystem of startups, scaleups, and established tech giants. The city is home to a significant number of AI-focused companies, ranging from research-heavy startups to the larger consultancies and multinational corporations. The local AI scene is characterised by a blend of cutting-edge research, practical applications, and a strong emphasis on innovation. Whether you're working on machine learning models, natural language processing, or computer vision, London provides a dynamic environment for professionals at all levels.

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£55k – £181k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 90 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Programme Manager (Forward Deployed)

Act as a Programme Manager embedded within a client's technology programme, owning delivery while identifying inefficiencies that can be automated using AI. You'll run programme governance, manage risks and dependencies, and prototype AI workflows to solve real delivery bottlenecks. The role blends hands-on client delivery with innovation to scale solutions through the M-1 platform.

M-1 Intelligence London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £75,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Full-Stack Engineer - Generative AI - Citi

Build and scale systems for testing, evaluating, and improving Citi's Generative AI assistant, Citi Assist. Work full-stack using TypeScript, React, and Python to develop data pipelines, APIs, and dashboards that turn real-world usage into actionable insights. Operate with ownership in a high-impact role shaping how AI is safely adopted at enterprise scale within a global financial institution.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

Senior Forward Deployed Engineer (Energy)

This role involves embedding with client teams to understand complex commercial challenges in the energy sector and delivering end-to-end technical solutions. The engineer will design and build data pipelines, develop optimization and simulation models, and create interactive dashboards for decision support. They will lead client relationships, scope ambiguous problems, and guide both technical delivery and junior engineers in a production environment using Python, cloud infrastructure, and modern data tools.

Infoplus Technologies UK London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Research Associate in Surgical AI for Tumour Resection

Develop novel computer vision and AI techniques for real-time, interpretable tissue characterisation during tumour resection, with a focus on neurosurgical applications for high-grade gliomas. Work across Imperial College’s South Kensington campus and affiliated hospitals, integrating AI with intraoperative fluorescence imaging. Contribute to a CRUK-funded project advancing intelligent surgical tools for safer, more effective cancer surgery.

Imperial College London London, Hybrid, London, United Kingdom £50 – £52 pa
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IT Lead Engineer

This role involves owning and evolving a high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure to support CPU/GPU-intensive physics simulations, with a focus on performance tuning, job scheduling, and capacity planning. The IT Lead Engineer will also mentor junior staff, automate IT processes, and act as the escalation point for complex technical issues across HPC, developer tooling, and general IT. The position operates in a high-ownership environment within a deep-tech scale-up, requiring strong Linux, networking, and zero-trust security expertise alongside an automation-first mindset.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

Founding Engineer (Full Stack)

This role involves building and maintaining full-stack systems for connected products, with a focus on mobile applications, BLE device integration, cloud infrastructure on AWS, and AI-enhanced features. The engineer will own software quality, deployment pipelines, and data processing, while shaping technical strategy in a collaborative, early-stage environment. It offers a unique chance to influence product direction and engineering culture from the ground up.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa
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Software Engineer II – 12-Month Fixed-Term

This role involves developing compact, high-performance embedded systems for use in connected operating rooms, with a focus on backend services in Python. The engineer will work on REST APIs, system reliability, and integration with computer vision technologies, collaborating across engineering, clinical, and product teams. The position emphasizes code quality, testing, and technical documentation within a regulated healthcare environment.

Medtronic London, United Kingdom £58,000 – £87,000 pa
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Applied AI Architect, Beneficial Deployments (Life Sciences)

This role involves serving as the primary technical advisor for life sciences partners, translating scientific workflows into impactful AI solutions using Claude. The candidate will design and lead cohort-based accelerators, develop scalable technical content, and bridge deployment challenges between partners and product teams to advance AI adoption in research and biotech.

Anthropic London, United Kingdom £165,000 – £190,000 pa
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AI Engineer Jobs

£38k – £390k
53 open

Machine Learning Engineer Jobs

£70k – £630k
36 open

AI Solutions Architect Jobs

£42k – £230k
24 open

AI Research Scientist Jobs

£36k – £180k
15 open

MLOps Engineer Jobs

£70k – £100k
8 open

Applied Scientist Jobs

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Hiring in London

London's AI job market is highly competitive, with a constant demand for skilled professionals. Companies are actively seeking individuals with strong backgrounds in machine learning, data science, and software engineering. The city's diverse industry landscape means that there are opportunities in both established corporations and innovative startups.

Networking plays a crucial role in the London AI scene. Attending industry meetups, conferences, and workshops can help you stay connected with the latest trends and potential job opportunities. Many companies also offer internships and graduate programmes, providing valuable entry points for early-career professionals.

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  • Common roles include AI researchers, machine learning engineers, data scientists, and NLP specialists. The city also has a strong presence of AI product managers and consultants.

  • While many companies offer hybrid or remote options, a significant number of AI roles in London are on-site, particularly in research-heavy environments and large tech firms.

  • Key industries include finance, healthcare, retail, and tech. Startups and scaleups are also major employers, often focusing on niche AI applications.

  • For detailed salary information, refer to the salary section on this page, which is updated regularly with live job listings.

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