Lead Machine Learning Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Machine Learning Engineer to spearhead their machine learning initiatives in Coventry, West Midlands . You will take ownership of the end-to-end development and deployment of machine learning models, leading a talented team of engineers and researchers. This role offers the chance to architect scalable ML systems, define best practices, and drive innovation that impacts critical business functions. If you are passionate about building robust, production-ready AI solutions and leading high-performing teams, this is an ideal opportunity to shape the future of AI within a progressive organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable machine learning systems and pipelines.
• Mentor and manage a team of machine learning engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Define and enforce best practices for model development, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Optimize ML models for performance, efficiency, and reliability in production environments.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in ML engineering and advocate for their adoption.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in machine learning engineering with a proven track record of deploying models into production.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML libraries (e.g., Scikit-learn, Keras).
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and MLOps principles.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• Access to advanced tools and technologies in the AI space.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in the heart of Coventry .