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Artificial Intelligence Jobs in Manchester

A thriving tech hub with a strong AI presence, Manchester is home to a diverse range of companies and research institutions.

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11
Salary range
£38k – £92k
Hiring companies
7
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Manchester is a vibrant city with a growing reputation in the tech industry, particularly in artificial intelligence. The city hosts a mix of scaleups, research-heavy startups, and larger consultancies, all of which are actively hiring AI professionals. From machine learning engineers to NLP specialists, the roles in Manchester are diverse and cutting-edge, often involving both applied AI and fundamental research. The city's tech ecosystem is supported by strong academic institutions and a collaborative community, making it an ideal location for those looking to advance their AI career.

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£38k – £92k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 7 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Data Scientist

This role involves designing, building, and improving machine learning models for agentic search, recommendation engines, and personalisation. You'll work with large datasets using Python, SQL, and Snowflake, and collaborate with Data, Product, and Engineering teams to enhance the customer discovery experience.

MRJ Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £450 – £525 pd
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Website Content Manager

This role involves managing and optimizing 7 global websites for a leading international charity, focusing on SEO, content strategy, and AI search optimization. Responsibilities include improving user journeys, conducting technical audits, and creating high-performing digital content to drive organic growth and donations.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Cheadle, Borough Of Stockport, Manchester, SK8 1HB, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

ML / LLM Research Engineer

This role involves hands-on engineering and research into the security and behavior of Large Language Models, exploring how information is processed and whether models present risks in secure environments. You will work on practical experiments, turning academic research into real-world applications, primarily using Python.

Ncounter Manchester, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

Senior Data Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining data pipelines, building a data warehouse or lakehouse architecture, and ensuring data accuracy and governance. You will collaborate with engineers and business stakeholders to make data accessible and useful, and prepare the platform for future analytics and AI applications.

Adria Solutions Manchester, United Kingdom £65,000 – £80,000 pa

Senior Backend Engineer – Node.js & AI

This role involves building and maintaining backend applications using Node.js, developing APIs and database services, and integrating with banking and payments systems. You will also work on AI features like intelligent assistants and process automation, collaborating closely with product, design, and engineering teams.

Adria Solutions Manchester, United Kingdom £70,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

AI & Machine Learning Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and deploying AI/ML applications using Python, PyTorch, and GCP. You will build and integrate generative AI solutions, containerize and serve machine learning models, and implement CI/CD pipelines and model monitoring. Collaboration with engineering teams and stakeholders is key.

DCV Technologies Manchester, United Kingdom £550 – £600 pd

Data Scientist

This role involves developing and evaluating AI and machine learning solutions, particularly using GCP, LLMs, and RAG. You will work closely with project managers and developers to deliver scalable and well-documented applications, gather business and technical requirements, and contribute to the entire software development lifecycle.

DCV Technologies Manchester, United Kingdom £550 – £600 pd

Principal Engineer

This role involves hands-on technical work, including architecture, development, and delivery of features across the full stack. You will mentor other engineers, improve CI/CD processes, and integrate AI/LLM functionality where it adds value.

Candour Manchester, United Kingdom £80,000 – £95,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Roles hiring in Manchester

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AI Engineer Jobs

£40k – £85k
3 open

Machine Learning Engineer Jobs

£80k – £90k
2 open

Engineer, Lead Developer, Microsoft Stack, .Net, C# Mainly Remote

£80k – £90k
1 open
The scene

Hiring in Manchester

Manchester's tech ecosystem is rapidly expanding, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence. Companies in the city are actively seeking talented AI professionals to drive innovation and solve complex problems.

The city's strong academic institutions, such as the University of Manchester, contribute to a steady stream of skilled graduates and researchers. This, combined with a supportive community and numerous networking opportunities, makes Manchester an attractive location for AI careers.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Manchester has a strong presence of machine learning engineers, NLP specialists, and computer vision experts. Research roles are also prevalent.

  • Many AI roles in Manchester offer hybrid or remote options, but some companies prefer on-site work, especially for collaborative projects.

  • The key industries include tech scaleups, research institutions, and larger consultancies. Healthcare, finance, and retail are also significant sectors.

  • Salaries for AI roles in Manchester are competitive and can vary based on experience and company size. For more detailed salary information, refer to the salary section on this page.

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