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.

Open roles
467
Salary range
£45k – £148k
Hiring companies
91

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.

Salary on the board

£45k – £148k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 96 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Sales Manager, Nonprofit & Education, EMEA

Lead and build a sales team focused on driving adoption of AI systems within mission-driven organizations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role involves securing strategic partnerships with nonprofits, foundations, educational institutions, and social enterprises, while navigating complex stakeholder ecosystems, regulatory environments, and funding models. This is a player-coach position requiring hands-on deal closing, team development, and shaping of regional sales strategy in a rapidly evolving environment.

Anthropic London, United Kingdom £280,000 – £330,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Staff+ Software Engineer, Safeguards Infrastructure

Build and maintain foundational systems for AI safety, oversight, and intervention mechanisms, focusing on detecting unwanted model behaviors and preventing misuse. Develop infrastructure for data management, evaluation systems, and tooling for human and agentic review while ensuring high operational reliability at scale. Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement robust, multi-layered defenses in a safety-first AI environment.

Anthropic London, United Kingdom £325,000 – £395,000 pa

Senior Scientist, Model Systems

This role involves developing and automating high-throughput functional genomics assays using primary and co-culture cell models to study fibrotic diseases. The scientist will integrate multimodal readouts—including transcriptomics, proteomics, and imaging—to capture cellular responses in perturbation studies, working closely with machine learning and automation teams. Key responsibilities include assay optimisation, data analysis, and translating manual workflows into scalable, automated platforms.

Relation Therapeutics London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Scientist, Model Systems

This role involves developing and optimizing cellular and biochemical assays using primary and immortalized cell lines, with a focus on fibrotic disease models. The scientist will conduct large-scale perturbation screens, apply multimodal readouts including transcriptomics and proteomics, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in biology, machine learning, and automation. Responsibilities include assay development, data analysis, and supporting the translation of workflows into high-throughput automated systems within a TechBio environment.

Relation Therapeutics London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Machine Learning Engineer, Platform

This role involves building and owning end-to-end machine learning components within a generative AI platform, with a focus on retrieval systems, knowledge representation, and RAG pipelines. The engineer will design and implement systems for knowledge retrieval, vector indexing, and context engines that power enterprise AI agents. Work includes developing evaluation frameworks, integrating with enterprise data sources, and collaborating across ML, product, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-impact AI solutions.

Scale AI London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Head of Product Engineering (Retail)

Leads a large, multi-stack engineering function across nine retail SaaS products, managing technical leads and driving engineering excellence, AI adoption, and scalable practices. Shapes technology strategy and organisational structure in a high-growth environment. Focuses on continuous improvement, innovation, and talent development across a diverse product portfolio.

ClearCourse London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Graduate AI Research Assistant

This role involves supporting AI research projects by assisting with data collection, algorithm development, and experimental analysis under the guidance of senior researchers. The candidate will contribute to research outputs such as reports and publications while receiving structured training and mentorship. It is a research-focused position emphasizing collaboration, ethical AI practices, and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Global Tech Recruitment London, United Kingdom £36,000 – £38,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Pre-sales Solutions Architect (Manufacturing, Defence & Automotive)

This role involves working closely with sales teams and customers to design and demonstrate technical solutions using Databricks' Lakehouse Platform, with a focus on data and AI challenges in manufacturing, defence, and automotive sectors. The candidate will lead proof-of-concept projects, deliver technical workshops, and act as a trusted advisor to enterprise clients. Expertise in Generative AI, MLOps, and cloud-based data architectures is central to the position, along with strong customer-facing and mentoring skills.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required
The scene

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.

FAQs

Common questions

  • 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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