AI (Machine Learning)Engineer

Akkodis
Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom
Today
£80,000 – £85,000 pa

Salary

£80,000 – £85,000 pa

Posted
21 Sep 2026 (Today)

AI/ML Engineer (SC Cleared)

Salary: Up to £85,000 + Benefits

Locations: Bristol, Cheadle (Stockport), Glasgow, Reading or Crawley

Working Pattern: Hybrid

Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

Akkodis is currently recruiting for two experienced AI/ML Engineers to design, develop and deploy secure AI solutions for autonomous and mission-critical systems.

The Role

You will work across the full AI lifecycle from concept through deployment, helping deliver high-value AI programmes within defence and other safety-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and deploy AI and ML solutions.

* Build machine learning, deep learning and computer vision models.

* Develop solutions using LLMs and emerging AI technologies.

* Support autonomous capabilities using ROS 2 and similar frameworks.

* Implement robust software engineering, testing, CI/CD and MLOps practices.

* Support bids, demonstrations, workshops and customer engagements.

* Ensure adherence to Responsible AI, cyber security and safety standards.Essential Experience

Experience delivering AI and ML solutions in complex, safety-critical environments.

* Strong Python development experience.

* Expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision and LLMs.

* Experience with autonomous technologies and ROS 2.

* Experience taking solutions from concept to deployment.

* Knowledge of CI/CD, cloud technologies and MLOps.

* Excellent stakeholder communication skills.Why Apply?

Salary up to £85,000.

* Hybrid working across multiple UK locations.

* Work on nationally significant programmes.

* Career development within a world-leading technology organisation.Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website

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