Latest Defence Jobs

Spotlight

Senior ML Compiler Engineer

At Fractile, we’re taking a revolutionary approach to computing to run the world’s largest language models 100x faster than existing systems. Our fast-growing team is working at the cutting edge of the latest AI developments in both hardware and software....

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

Spotlight

Senior Machine Learning Scientist

This role involves developing and deploying custom machine learning and LLM-powered systems for customer feedback analysis, including fine-tuning, retrieval, summarisation, and agentic workflows. The scientist will lead experimentation, evaluation, and productionisation of models while mentoring team members and integrating cutting-edge AI research into real-world applications.

Chattermill London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

UK Defence Veterans - Civilian Work Attachment

Why Faculty?We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform their performance through human-centric AI. You can read about...

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Internship

Data Scientist - Defence & Security

This role involves working on cutting-edge machine learning and GenAI solutions, deploying LLMs and ML models in secure government and defence environments. You will lead technical delivery, design and optimise pipelines, and mentor junior engineers within a specialist team.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom £75,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Director, Defence - Sales - UK

What we’re all about.Do you ever have the urge to do things better than the last time? We do. And it’s this urge that drives us every day. Our environment of discovery and innovation means we’re able to create deep...

Quantexa London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Pre-sales Solutions Architect (Manufacturing, Defence & Automotive)

This role involves working closely with enterprise clients in manufacturing, defence, and automotive sectors to design and demonstrate data and AI solutions using the Databricks Lakehouse Platform. The individual will lead technical pre-sales engagements, develop reference architectures, and deliver proof-of-concepts, while acting as a trusted advisor on data strategy and Generative AI implementation. They will also contribute to building technical communities through workshops and knowledge sharing.

Databricks London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electro-Mechanical & Repairs Team Leader

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Permanent

Software Applications Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing software solutions for underwater robotics, focusing on the next generation of underwater vehicles. Responsibilities include developing new software, supporting existing codebases, and working with a range of technologies including C++, control software, and web technologies.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Graduate Software Engineer

This role involves developing advanced software systems that integrate computer vision, adaptive AI, and sensor technologies to detect and track drones in dynamic combat environments. You'll work across the full stack—from cloud platforms to low-power embedded systems—on applications that have direct real-world impact in defence and security. The role offers mentorship from multidisciplinary engineers in a small, mission-driven team.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Testbed Engineer

The Testbed Engineer will manage and maintain on-prem and cloud testbed environments for secure and reliable operation, ensuring compliance with MOD security standards. Key responsibilities include supporting secure remote access, maintaining architecture diagrams, and providing engineering support for AI innovation activities.

Matchtech Dorset, United Kingdom £500 – £580 pd

On-site Contract Clearance Required

AI Engineer/Data Scientist

We are looking for an AI Engineer / Data Scientist to work with one of our clients in the defence sector. You will collaborate with the Technical Lead, Engineers and Architects to design, build and deliver secure digital solutions in...

Fuel Recruitment Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £600 – £700 pd

Technical Architect Contractor

This role involves designing and assuring technical architectures for complex defence programmes, focusing on secure and resilient systems, AI, and modern cloud technologies. You will work closely with stakeholders to translate emerging technologies into practical solutions, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and security in highly regulated R&D environments.

Rebel Recruitment United Kingdom £650 – £850 pd

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Enterprise Architect Contractor

This role involves shaping the future direction of large-scale defence and digital transformation programmes. You will define architecture principles, governance models, and technology roadmaps, focusing on emerging technologies like AI, data fabric, and autonomous systems. The position requires strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and a deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks and cyber security.

Rebel Recruitment United Kingdom £650 – £850 pd

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Software Developer

The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software components using Java and C++. You will work closely with clients, domain scientists, and computational engineers to understand requirements and translate them into effective software solutions, while also contributing to software architecture and mentoring junior developers.

Matchtech Dorking, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Automation Engineer

This role involves designing and developing automation solutions, CI/CD pipelines, and data workflows within a Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment. The engineer will drive AI-assisted engineering practices, build scalable cloud-based solutions using Azure, and create operational dashboards and reporting tools to enhance cyber defence capabilities. Collaboration with security and operational teams ensures continuous improvement in engineering standards and automation maturity.

Sopra Steria Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Computer Vision Engineer

Lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge computer vision systems within high-stakes defence projects, translating advanced AI research into robust real-world solutions. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineering talent, and act as a subject matter expert across client and internal teams. Work at the intersection of innovation and delivery, with a focus on ethical, reliable AI in sensitive operational environments.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Platform Engineer

As a Cloud Platform Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain cloud-native platforms and infrastructure, enabling data science and software engineering teams to develop and deploy solutions at scale. You'll work in a dynamic, mission-critical environment focused on AI, machine learning, and modern cloud technologies, with a strong emphasis on innovation and rapid prototyping.

Experis Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £520 – £560 pd

On-site Contract Clearance Required