Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa: UK: London
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber, and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect, and understand complex data, enabling governments, armed forces, and commercial businesses to unlock digital advantages in demanding environments.
Job Title: Machine Learning Engineer
Requisition ID: 121659
Location: London – Flexible hybrid working arrangements available. Please discuss options with your recruiter.
Grade: GG10-GG11
Referral Bonus: £5,000
Are you passionate about cutting-edge AI/ML technology? Are you motivated to find innovative solutions to complex challenges as part of a team dedicated to national security? Join BAE Systems as an experienced Machine Learning (ML) Engineer.
As part of our AI team, you will work with National Security Customers to understand their challenges and identify where AI/ML solutions can add value. You will lead prototype development and be responsible for designing, implementing, and deploying AI solutions. This role requires a strong foundation in software engineering, statistics, and AI/ML concepts, with an awareness of the latest advancements in AI and ML technologies.
You will be part of a multidisciplinary AI team focused on developing AI propositions that benefit our customers. Collaborating with data scientists, AI strategists, and delivery managers, you will engage in activities aligned with our AI Strategy, which includes:
- Customer Focus:Understanding needs and measuring AI value
- Market Positioning:Establishing our USP
- Skills Development:Creating career paths and learning plans
- Partnerships:Building our AI partner ecosystem
- Innovation:Conducting AI experiments and translating results into products
In a small team, you will have ownership and responsibility, with support from our broader National Security community. You will work closely with data scientists to prepare data, conduct experiments, and develop scalable AI applications, demonstrating how prototypes mature into products. You will also support other teams developing ML solutions.
This is a pivotal period for expanding our AI capabilities, and you will contribute to developing innovative products and services that support our customers' missions, impacting UK security.
About you
You will have experience in:
- Prototyping ML applications to test feasibility and impact
- Engineering and deploying end-to-end ML solutions
- Operationalizing models to meet user needs
- Integrating models into applications and systems
- Monitoring and optimizing model performance
- Exploring latest ML/AI advancements
- Ensuring AI practices comply with policies and ethics
- Providing technical guidance to cross-functional teams
- Programming in Python, Java, .NET, JavaScript, or C++
- Using MLOps tools and frameworks
- Source control with Git, Mercurial, or Perforce
- Containerization with Docker, Kubernetes
Additional experience in the following is desirable but not mandatory, and we will support your development:
- Refining models in collaboration with data scientists
- Improving MLOps processes
- Ensuring data quality and accessibility
- Performing data analysis for model development
- Documenting model development processes
- Working with cloud environments like AWS or Azure
- Integrating with various database systems
- Using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bitbucket
Security clearance is required. If not currently cleared, you must be eligible and willing to undergo the process.
How we will support you
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
- 25 days holiday plus buy/sell and carry-over options
- Private medical and dental insurance, pension, cycle-to-work, and more
- Dedicated Career Manager for your development
- Participation in our company bonus scheme
- Access to Diversity and Support groups
About our team
Our diverse team is resourceful, innovative, and dedicated. We foster a culture of collaboration, supporting career development across various disciplines. Our work in the Public Sector offers opportunities to grow in new areas and with new clients.
While part of a large organization, we aim to create a small-company culture focused on work-life balance. We believe that teamwork leads to success and strive to make work enjoyable through social activities and collaborative efforts.
You will join our National Security division, the largest within our UK operations, with a mission to be the most trusted partner for national security clients. With over 700 employees supporting vital missions, we aim to expand further by recruiting over 100 new team members.
We have over 40 years of experience delivering solutions in this sector, supporting critical missions.
More about BAE Systems
Our division helps nations, governments, and businesses defend against cyber threats, reduce risks, comply with regulations, and transform operations. We employ over 4,000 people across 18 countries, working on diverse projects and products. We value diversity and inclusion, reflecting this in our workforce and culture.
For more information, visit our website:https://www.baesystems.com/en/cybersecurity/national-security
Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
We embrace Hybrid Working, allowing flexibility in location and hours to support work-life balance and well-being.
Diversity and inclusion are core to our success. We foster an environment where varied perspectives and backgrounds drive excellence and innovation.
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