Jobs in Manchester

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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

Senior AI Engineer - Manchester

Lead the design and deployment of AI solutions including automation, RAG, and LLM-based workflows, working closely with stakeholders to deliver strategic initiatives. Mentor junior engineers and guide technical architecture while ensuring systems are secure, scalable, and compliant. Focus on hands-on development and continuous optimisation of AI systems to drive measurable business impact.

Circle Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

PhD Studentship - Vision Language Models for Micro-Expression Analysis

This PhD studentship focuses on developing vision-language models (VLMs) to improve micro-expression analysis by combining subtle facial motion recognition with language-based reasoning. The research aims to create explainable, multimodal AI systems that can detect, describe, and justify micro-expression predictions using structured language representations. The project advances human-centred AI with applications in affective computing and healthcare.

Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £31 pa

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PhD Studentship: Development of Innovative and Efficient Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulator based on Physics-Informed Neural Networks

Develop a physics-informed neural network-based computational fluid dynamics simulator for offshore renewable energy applications, integrating deep learning with fluid dynamics models and embedding the solution into OpenFOAM. The role combines PhD research with teaching, focusing on improving simulation efficiency and robustness for complex engineering problems.

Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £31 pa

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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Catalysis and Machine Learning

This role involves developing machine learning tools to investigate catalytic reaction mechanisms, focusing on homogeneous catalysis in organic chemistry. The researcher will work collaboratively with the Bures group at ICIQ, building on published proof-of-principle work. The position is based in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Manchester and supports a 24-month EPSRC-funded project.

The University of Manchester Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £37 – £46 pa

Hybrid Contract

Research Associate for Machine Learning Modelling for Next-Level Fast Nonlinear Wave-Structure Interaction

Develop fast, physically interpretable models for nonlinear wave-structure interaction on floating offshore platforms using analytical and computational hydrodynamics, BEM, and reduced-order modelling. Integrate machine learning where beneficial and validate models using numerical, experimental, and field data. Collaborate with academic and industrial partners and contribute to publications and postgraduate supervision.

The University of Manchester Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £37 – £46 pa

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Full Stack Developer

Develop and maintain full-stack software solutions for an AI-driven insurtech product transforming insurance claims handling. Work across C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and cloud platforms, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative features. Contribute to architecture, code quality, and AI integration in a flexible, hybrid environment.

Horwich Farrelly Manchester, United Kingdom

Machine Learning Engineer

Design and deploy automated machine learning pipelines for insurance risk modelling and pricing, using MLOps practices and cloud platforms. Focus on tuning, deploying, and maintaining high-performance models in production with test-driven development and SOLID principles. Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with data science and underwriting teams.

Vermelo RPO M43Aq, United Kingdom

AI Engineer

Design and develop enterprise-scale Generative AI applications using LLMs, RAG, and AI Agents to automate business processes and enhance knowledge retrieval. Build production-grade solutions integrated with enterprise systems using Python, SQL, and REST APIs. Collaborate with technical and business teams in a hybrid working environment across major UK cities.

Adecco Manchester, United Kingdom £500 – £800 pd

Senior Data/AI Engineer - Manager

This role involves leading technical workstreams in data and AI transformation programmes, designing scalable data pipelines, and building AI and machine learning solutions including Generative AI with LLMs. The engineer will mentor junior staff, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure robust data governance and solution reliability in Agile environments. Work focuses on modern cloud platforms and advanced data technologies to deliver high-impact client outcomes.

eFinancialCareers Manchester, United Kingdom £60,000 – £77,000 pa

Senior AI Engineer - Consulting

The role involves designing and implementing end-to-end AI/ML solutions, building scalable generative AI and agentic AI solutions, and translating business requirements into cloud-native AI architectures. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable, and responsible AI solutions across major cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and GCP.

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions St Paul's, City And County Of the City Of London, EC4M 9AD, United Kingdom £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

AI Evaluation Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing technical evaluation frameworks for AI systems, with a focus on model performance, safety, and responsible AI. The engineer will develop automated testing pipelines, translate policy and risk considerations into measurable benchmarks, and report findings to stakeholders. Work takes place in a government context using cloud platforms and agile practices, with hybrid attendance in London, Bristol, or Manchester.

Summer Browning Associates United Kingdom £700 – £750 pd

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Senior Data Science Consultant

As a Senior Data Science Consultant, you will lead and support the delivery of AI, GenAI, and data science projects, working closely with clients to solve complex business challenges. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrate the value of AI through workshops and presentations, and contribute to business growth through proposals and thought leadership.

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

AI Governance Consultant

This role involves designing and implementing AI governance frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and advising organisations on compliance with emerging regulations like the EU AI Act and NIST AI RMF. The consultant will work across sectors to establish responsible AI practices, with a focus on Generative AI governance and stakeholder engagement. The position supports clients in building transparent, ethical AI systems throughout the lifecycle, from development to monitoring.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom £105,000 pa

Data Engineer

This role involves designing and building scalable data pipelines, integrating data from multiple sources, and developing AI and machine learning models. You will work closely with analysts and business stakeholders to translate requirements into robust technical solutions, while contributing to data quality, governance, and performance optimization.

Tenth Revolution Group Manchester, United Kingdom £35,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

.NET Developer

Work on complex greenfield .NET/C# software projects involving full-stack development with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, React, and JavaScript. Integrate AI capabilities using ML.NET and Azure AI, while collaborating in an agile environment with modern DevOps practices on Azure. The role offers technical growth and the chance to shape critical systems for a rapidly scaling streaming platform.

Noir M11Ar, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa