Senior Machine Learning Scientist

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Machine Learning Scientist to join their world-class research and development team in Oxford . This role is at the forefront of developing advanced machine learning models and algorithms that drive innovation across various product lines and research initiatives. You will tackle challenging problems, conduct in-depth research, and translate theoretical concepts into practical, high-impact solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of ML theory, strong practical implementation skills, and a passion for advancing the state-of-the-art in artificial intelligence, contributing significantly to groundbreaking scientific endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in machine learning, deep learning, and related AI fields.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate novel ML algorithms and models for complex problems.
• Work with large and diverse datasets, performing feature engineering and data preprocessing.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate ML models into production systems and applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest research trends and contribute to the scientific community through publications and presentations.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the team's technical direction and knowledge sharing.
• Design and execute experiments to validate hypotheses and measure model performance.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning research and development.
• Strong theoretical understanding of ML algorithms, statistical modeling, and optimization techniques.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Python, and ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools.
• Proven ability to conduct independent research and publish findings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative approach to technical challenges.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including conference attendance and training budgets.
• On-site collaboration in our Oxford facility, fostering a vibrant research community.
• Work on intellectually stimulating projects with a global impact.