25 ai research lead jobs found in London

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London (Hybrid or Remote) / Nairobi Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement,...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London (Hybrid or Remote) / Nairobi Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement,...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London, Hybrid or Remote Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement, technical...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London, Hybrid or Remote Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement, technical...

Note: SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks.   Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position, (and speed at which we require a postholder in situ), preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance   Overview   Currently, delivery teams seeking to build or procure digital products within the Cabinet Office must navigate a highly complex and fragmented assurance landscape. Critical compliance rules and policies are often hidden or difficult to locate, and the manual nature of the process frequently traps teams in frustrating administrative bottlenecks and dependency loops.   To address this, we are developing a "Digital Assurance Navigator" platform that translates these complex policies into an automated, machine-readable rules engine. Because we are...

Solution Architect (Contract) Who are we?   Toyota Connected Europe wants to create a better world through connected mobility for all. We are a new company created to bring big data and a customer focus into all aspects of the mobility experience, so everyone’s experience is more personal, convenient, fun and safe. We create and enable technologies to delight and simplify the lives of everyone who use our products and empower them to think of and use our services in new ways.   You will be joining us at the beginning of Toyota Connected Europe’s journey of building our team and products. We are building teams to inspire, innovate and build technologies and products that are used by millions of people from all walks of life. This is an opportunity to have an immediate impact and voice: what you create today, you will see being used tomorrow.   What is the role? Toyota has a multitude of connected car systems...

Job Title: AI Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 2 days a week Duration: 6 months Contract Start Date: May 2026   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for a AI Engineer to join our Data and AI Team supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. You will be a Python and Azure expert in designing and building cutting-edge generative AI solutions for complex challenges. You will report to the Technical Lead and collaborate with data...

Distribution Data and Analytics Engineering Lead Location: London Contract: 6 months Work Setup: Hybrid - 4 days in the office     Who We Are Columbia threadneedle is a UK-based investment management firm providing equities, fixed income, and multi-asset solutions. It focuses on delivering long-term, risk-adjusted returns through disciplined investment and strong market research.   What you'll do Lead the Distribution Data Analytics platform, delivering actionable insights across Sales and Marketing. Shape and execute a prioritised delivery roadmap, balancing business needs and technical trade-offs. Manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team, ensuring technical excellence and delivery quality. Oversee vendor and partner relationships, maintaining SLAs, risk management, and delivery standards. Modernise data platforms for reliability, scalability, and AI readiness, supporting advanced analytics...

Job Title: AI Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 2 days a week Duration: 6 months Contract Start Date: March 2026   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for a AI Engineer to join our Data and AI Team supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. You will be a Python and Azure expert in designing and building cutting-edge generative AI solutions for complex challenges. You will report to the Technical Lead and collaborate with...

CX Manager required to join our leading Customer Experience Team. What you'll get to do: Account & Project Management Main client point of contact for multiple clients, spanning different industries but all under the web/eCommerce umbrella Get to understand a clients' businesses and challenges in order to solve critical problems with strategic, cutting edge and innovative solutions Central point of contact for all internal specialists to feed into eg UX/UI/consultancy/data/AI/developers and analytics Create and manage statements of work, resourcing needs and timelines to ensure delivery against client-approved timings and budget Commercially minded, able to create and manage budgets and monitor costs and ROI Build strong client relationships to create a pipeline of future work Creative Management Prepare and present creative briefs for UX/UI designers & copywriters and present creative visuals and copy back to the client...

Senior Product Designer - Contractor - 12 months (Maternity Cover) Day rate: £450 3 days a week The Role Modern Milkman is a return and reuse grocery delivery service on a mission to reduce waste. We deliver fresh milk, groceries, and household products to customers' doors in returnable glass bottles, reusable containers, and recyclable packaging — working directly with independent farmers and suppliers to keep things local and sustainable. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a customer-centric Product Designer to elevate our product experience and embed strong design and research practices across the business. You'll be a creative thinker with a genuine passion for research and the drive to see work through from concept to measurable outcome. A key focus will be supporting our CRO efforts, so experience in this area is a big plus. What You Will Do... Take the lead on all things product design: You’ll take charge of the...

Senior Product Designer - Contractor - 12 months (Maternity Cover) Day rate: £450 3 days a week The Role Modern Milkman is a return and reuse grocery delivery service on a mission to reduce waste. We deliver fresh milk, groceries, and household products to customers' doors in returnable glass bottles, reusable containers, and recyclable packaging — working directly with independent farmers and suppliers to keep things local and sustainable. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a customer-centric Product Designer to elevate our product experience and embed strong design and research practices across the business. You'll be a creative thinker with a genuine passion for research and the drive to see work through from concept to measurable outcome. A key focus will be supporting our CRO efforts, so experience in this area is a big plus. What You Will Do... Take the lead on all things product design: You’ll take charge of the...

Role description Generative AI Scientist – Agent‑Based Systems London (3 days onsite) Contract (Inside IR35) or Fixed‑Term Employment   The Opportunity at UST At UST, we transform lives through the power of technology, combining deep engineering expertise, responsible AI, and an empathy‑first mindset to deliver meaningful, real‑world impact. We are seeking a Generative AI Scientist to design and deliver agent‑based, AI‑enabled solutions integrated into complex enterprise environments. This is a hands‑on engineering role, focused on building production‑grade AI systems that move beyond experimentation into scalable, secure, and measurable outcomes for our clients. You’ll work closely with UST’s engineering teams, AI specialists, and business stakeholders to translate high‑value use cases into robust solutions.   What You’ll Be Doing: Build Agent‑Based AI Systems Design and...

About Synechron: Synechron is a leading digital transformation consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions within banking, financial services, and insurance. We thrive on engineering excellence, collaboration, and a passion for cutting-edge technologies. Job Location: London (Hybrid- 3 days in the office) The Job: This role sits within a newly formed team - AI team - which is responsible for leveraging AI. You will implement, build and deploy Back End systems to automate the analysis of data, code, documentation and Jira, and structure the extracted knowledge in a Credit Risk Domain aware knowledge graph. Job Description: Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced Machine Learning and AI solutions across Credit Risk and Customer Analytics domains. Build and deploy backend AI systems to automate analysis of structured and unstructured data (data, code, documentation, Jira). Design and maintain Credit...

Managing pricing and rebates shouldn’t be a hassle. Enable’s intelligent platform is built for the speed of today’s market, eliminating disconnects between pricing strategy and rebate execution. We help companies to increase profitability and simplify the complex with accurate, AI-powered insights, real-time performance monitoring, agreement optimization, and simplified rebate management. After securing $291M in Series A-D funding and acquiring Flintfox in 2025, Enable is positioned for continued, significant growth. Since the launch of our flagship product in 2016, we have been rapidly scaling our client base, product offerings, and built a team of top-tier professionals committed to reshaping the industry. Want a glimpse into life at Enable? Visit our Life at Enable page to learn how you can be part of our journey. Job Summary To provide high-quality software implementation expertise to Enable customers. The Consultants act as the conduit between the...

Research Engineer - Machine Learning (Contractor) About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or...

About Dune Dune is on a mission to make crypto data accessible. We’re a collaborative multi-chain analytics platform used by thousands of developers, analysts, & investors to understand the on-chain world and the frontiers of finance. We’re a team of ~60 employees, working together across Europe and eastern US timezones 🌍️. We believe in our mission, and in building a powerful, open product that allows individuals and communities to do deep research into important ecosystems like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and many more.   We’re backed by some of the world's best investors. In February 2022, we announced our Series B funding round led by Coatue and Union Square Ventures, an important milestone that allowed us to double down on our mission. We’re using the funds to educate, reward and empower a new generation of onchain analysts aka Wizards 🧙 ♀️   If you want to have one of the highest impact jobs on the planet, come join our...

Consultant engagement inside IR35 - Upto £650 per day Platinum Group Security practice is looking for a hybrid technologist who can design secure, scalable Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems while also leveraging AI tools to rapidly prototype, automate, and innovate across the identity landscape. This role combines deep architectural thinking with hands-on experimentation-someone who can both define enterprise-grade IAM strategies and vibe code with AI to accelerate delivery, explore new ideas, and solve problems creatively. Key Responsibilities IAM Architecture & Strategy Design and implement enterprise IAM architectures Define identity governance models, policies, and life cycle processes Lead integration of IAM solutions with cloud platforms (Azure, GCP) and SaaS ecosystems Ensure compliance with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, Zero Trust, GDPR) Drive modernization of Legacy identity systems toward cloud-native solutions AI-Driven...

Senior Product Designer, AI Experiences (Contractor) Picsart is the world's #1 creative platform with over 100 million creators and 1 billion installs. The mission: make creativity accessible to everyone. Join a team where your work impacts millions of creators daily and your ideas drive real change. Please note that this is a  Full-Time Contractor (12-month contract)  – you’ll have the  flexibility to work remotely , with the  option to join us in the office whenever you’d like ! At Picsart, creators are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that delivering exceptional creator experiences is key to our success. Our Design disciplines, Product Design, User Research, and UX Writing, shape these experiences and help define what’s next for Picsart. In this role, you’ll design and shape the next generation of AI-powered creative experiences across Picsart. This includes evolving areas like Drive,...

About Us at GoCardless GoCardless is a global bank payment company. Over 100,000 businesses , from start-ups to household names, use GoCardless to collect and send payments through direct debit, real-time payments and open banking.  GoCardless processes US$130bn+ of payments annually, across 30+ countries ; helping customers collect and send both recurring and one-off payments , without the chasing, stress or expensive fees. We use AI-powered solutions to improve payment success and reduce fraud. And, with open banking connectivity to over 2,500 banks , we help our customers make faster, more informed decisions. We are headquartered in the UK with offices in London and Leeds , and additional locations in Australia, France, Ireland, Latvia, Portugal and the United States. At GoCardless, we're all about supporting you ! We’re committed to making our hiring process inclusive and accessible . If you need extra support or adjustments,...