3,961 Machine Learning Scientist jobs in the United Kingdom
Machine Learning Scientist

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We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint, you'll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
Corporate Overview
Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations' greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web.
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That's why we're a leader in next-generation cybersecurity.
Protection Starts with People. Proofpoint.
**The Role**
Proofpoint is looking for a Machine Learning Scientist to join the Algo team within the Tessian Business Unit. In this role, your key responsibility will be to analyse data, build ML models and improve algorithms at the core of our email threat detection engine that protects some of the largest businesses in the world. You will collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to identify and solve the most impactful problems applying state-of-the-art machine learning tools and techniques. You'll be surrounded by incredibly smart, talented and friendly colleagues. Engineers at Tessian love to learn from each other and pull together as a team to succeed.
*This is a Hybrid role; Cork or Belfast.
**Your day-to-day**
-Wrangle and draw meaningful insights from massive amounts of unstructured textual data using the latest tools and technologies like Spark, Iceberg, Athena, AWS SageMaker
-Apply unsupervised learning algorithms across billions of email interactions to identify emerging threat patterns
-Work with state-of-the-art machine learning models and techniques like encoder-decoder transformers, LLMs, anomaly detection as well as classical ML models to solve a multifaceted problem
-Engineer new features, train and deploy models to production using AWS SageMaker as the MLOps platform
-Adopt a data-driven approach to identify gaps in our detection algorithms and propose improvements to our models and algorithms
-Promote and drive ML best practices and cultivate an environment of experimentation and learning
-Stay up to date with the latest advancements in machine learning, AI technologies, and incorporate them into our solutions where applicable
**What you bring to the team**
Essential
- Proficiency in Python with the ability to write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code for data analysis, modeling and experimentation
- Experience contributing to multiple highly impactful machine learning projects with proven results
-Hands-on experience in the NLP domain involving training, fine-tuning and productionising transformer-based models for text classification / text-embeddings (experience with LLMs, generative AI is a plus)
-Experience monitoring and maintaining performance of models over time in production considering model/data drifts In-depth experience with one or more deep neural network frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, Tensorflow, JAX)
-A creative mindset, propensity to care deeply about the impact their team has and to encourage novel ways of critical thinking in their team
Good to have
-Conceptual understanding of Graph Neural Networks and experience applying GNNs to solve real world problem statements will be a plus
-Experience working on large imbalanced datasets, evaluating and selecting models that work well in production on imbalanced real-world data
Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We're a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly 'culture-add', and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.
We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint
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Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you'll love working with us:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
- Flexible work environment: (Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.).
- Annual wellness and community outreach days
- Always on recognition for your contributions
- Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to . How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here . We can't wait to hear from you!
Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams.
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We're driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
Our BRAVE Values:
At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren't just words-they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow.
We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact.
We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what's next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you're surrounded by people who inspire you-who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That's why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones-to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.
This isn't just a job-it's a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We're building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable-because that's what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one.
Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support-designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we're here to help you get there.
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Senior Machine Learning Scientist (Remote - EMEA)
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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Testlio. We are currently looking for a Senior Machine Learning Scientist in EMEA.
This role is a hands-on, high-impact opportunity to design, develop, and scale advanced AI-powered data products. You will transform large, complex datasets into actionable insights that directly influence product quality, user experience, and business decisions. The position blends applied machine learning, deep learning, and statistical modeling with real-world business impact. You will collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to deliver production-ready ML solutions while contributing to the growth of the data science practice. This is ideal for a curious, creative, and technically skilled scientist who thrives in a remote, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.
Accountabilities
- Partner with engineering and product leaders to define, design, and deliver AI-powered data products.
- Explore, model, and analyze complex datasets using machine learning, deep learning, and statistical methods.
- Prototype, validate, and deploy models into production at scale, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and performance.
- Implement AI techniques such as NLP, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, recommendation systems, and custom model training.
- Translate raw model outputs into clear, actionable insights for customers and internal stakeholders.
- Continuously measure, evaluate, and improve model performance, robustness, and scalability.
- Contribute to building and maturing the data science practice, including tools, processes, and best practices.
Requirements
Technical Skills:
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience applying machine learning and statistical modeling to real-world problems, ideally in SaaS or data-intensive environments.
- Strong Python skills and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
- Hands-on experience with NLP, predictive modeling, recommendation systems, anomaly detection, and training models from scratch.
- Expertise in data wrangling, feature engineering, and handling large, complex datasets.
- Knowledge of LLMs and SLMs, including architecture, training, fine-tuning (LoRA, QLoRA, SFT), and deployment strategies.
- Experience deploying ML models into production and familiarity with MLOps.
- Proficiency with SQL, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and data visualization tools.
Human Skills:
- Curiosity, creativity, and eagerness to experiment with cutting-edge techniques.
- Ability to translate technical outputs into tangible business value.
- Strong collaboration skills and comfort working across teams.
- Adaptability to fast-changing priorities in a scaling environment.
- Mentorship mindset and willingness to share knowledge with teammates.
- Continuous learning and growth-oriented approach to AI/ML advancements.
Benefits
- Fully remote position within EMEA or APAC (excluding high-cost-of-living regions per company policy).
- Competitive compensation package, aligned with experience and market benchmarks.
- Flexible paid time off, including personal days, sick days, and national holidays.
- Stock options and participation in company growth.
- $300 annual learning stipend for personal and professional development.
- Opportunity to work with large-scale, high-impact datasets.
- Collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven team culture.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
Staff Machine Learning Scientist (Germany, UK, Ireland, Denmark, Poland,Portuga)
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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Zendesk. We are currently looking for a Staff Machine Learning Scientist in Germany, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Poland, or Portugal .
This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of conversational AI, shaping the future of intelligent customer interactions. You will be joining a senior-level team tasked with bridging cutting-edge ML research and real-world product impact. The position combines innovation, prototyping, and leadership, giving you the freedom to explore new ideas while mentoring peers and setting high standards for research excellence. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, influence product direction, and contribute to building AI systems capable of reasoning, planning, and adapting in real time.
Accountabilities
- Drive innovation by exploring and championing new product ideas and research directions that shape the AI roadmap.
- Lead rapid prototyping, translating business requirements into technical solutions and validating hypotheses through experimentation.
- Define and standardize research practices, establishing robust evaluation methods for AI agent performance.
- Mentor scientists and engineers, empowering the team to solve complex challenges and grow their technical expertise.
- Own end-to-end projects, from ideation through implementation and reporting, ensuring measurable business impact.
- Stay ahead of emerging ML and NLP advancements, integrating new concepts into research and product development.
- Foster a culture of collaboration by peer-reviewing research and sharing knowledge across teams.
Requirements
- Proven track record in Machine Learning or NLP research, ideally with senior industry experience.
- Deep expertise in designing and implementing neural network architectures, particularly in NLP.
- Strong background with Generative AI, including LLMs, prompt engineering, and context management for AI agents.
- Experience with conversational AI and voice technologies such as TTS or STS is highly desirable.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor peers, influence strategy, and contribute to a culture of innovation.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
- Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangements across multiple European locations.
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
- Learning and development programs to support career growth.
- Inclusive culture with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Opportunities to work with cutting-edge AI technologies and influence product strategy at scale.
Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct advanced research in machine learning, deep learning, and related AI fields.
- Develop, implement, and test novel algorithms and models for various AI applications.
- Analyze and interpret large datasets to extract actionable insights and train models.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate research prototypes into production systems.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI research and publish findings in leading conferences and journals.
- Design and execute experiments to validate hypotheses and measure model performance.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of AI research initiatives.
- Mentor junior researchers and engineers in the field of AI.
- Develop and maintain efficient, scalable code for AI models and experiments.
- Present research findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Identify new opportunities for applying AI and machine learning technologies.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven track record of research and development in machine learning, with publications in reputable venues.
- Strong theoretical understanding of machine learning algorithms, including deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with relevant libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, Pandas).
- Experience with data manipulation, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to explain complex concepts.
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team environment.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) or computer vision is desirable.
This is a unique opportunity to join a pioneering team in London, England, UK and contribute to groundbreaking AI advancements.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct research in AI and Machine Learning.
- Develop and implement advanced ML models and algorithms.
- Experiment with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Analyze large datasets and extract insights.
- Collaborate with engineering teams for product integration.
- Stay updated on AI research and industry trends.
- Publish research findings and present work.
- Contribute to the development of AI strategies.
- Evaluate and optimize model performance.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in AI, ML, Computer Science, or related field.
- Proven research experience and publications in AI/ML.
- Strong theoretical and practical understanding of ML algorithms.
- Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Experience with data analysis and visualization.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with cloud platforms is a plus.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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You will collaborate closely with engineers and data scientists to translate research findings into practical applications, contributing to the development of intelligent systems and products. Expertise in areas such as deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, or reinforcement learning is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess a strong theoretical foundation in AI and ML, coupled with practical experience in implementing and deploying models using popular ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
This role requires a highly analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently manage research projects. You should be adept at staying current with the latest advancements in the field of artificial intelligence and possess strong programming skills, preferably in Python. We are looking for a creative thinker who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI and making a tangible impact. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI in a dynamic, research-focused environment.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven experience in machine learning research and development.
- Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
- Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, scikit-learn).
- Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools.
- Strong publication record in relevant AI/ML conferences or journals is a plus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct advanced research in machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate novel algorithms and models for various AI applications.
- Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and validate research findings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into products and services.
- Analyse large datasets to identify patterns, extract insights, and train machine learning models.
- Write high-quality research papers, technical reports, and documentation for publication and internal use.
- Stay abreast of the latest research and developments in AI and machine learning fields.
- Contribute to the intellectual property and patent applications of the company.
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the team's technical growth.
- Present research findings at conferences and to stakeholders.
- Optimise algorithms for performance and scalability.
- Ensure ethical considerations and best practices are applied in AI development.
The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field, with a strong publication record. Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models using frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn is essential. Expertise in areas like deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning is highly desirable. Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Java, along with experience working with big data technologies and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), are required. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are paramount. This fully remote role demands a proactive, self-driven individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, virtual research environment. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI and creating intelligent systems, we invite you to apply.
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AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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Key responsibilities include conducting cutting-edge research in areas such as deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning; developing and testing novel algorithms; and contributing to the publication of research findings in top-tier conferences and journals. You will also collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments, ensuring scalability and performance. The role involves staying abreast of the latest advancements in AI and exploring new research avenues. The successful candidate will have a significant impact on shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
We are looking for candidates with a PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field. A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate research experience or equivalent industry experience in developing and deploying ML models is essential. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn are required. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are vital. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies is a strong advantage. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative team and contribute to the advancement of AI, offering a fully remote working experience supporting initiatives near **Norwich, Norfolk, UK**.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting cutting-edge research in machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence.
- Developing, training, and evaluating novel ML models for various applications, including computer vision, natural language processing, and predictive analytics.
- Implementing algorithms and prototypes using Python and relevant ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
- Collaborating with engineering teams to integrate AI models into production systems and products.
- Analyzing large datasets to extract insights and identify patterns for model improvement.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements and research in AI and ML fields.
- Publishing research findings in leading conferences and journals.
- Mentoring junior researchers and contributing to the team's technical growth.
- Developing and testing new AI architectures and approaches.
- Ensuring the ethical development and deployment of AI technologies.
The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field. A strong publication record in top-tier AI conferences or journals is highly desirable. Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in real-world scenarios is essential. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with major ML libraries are required. Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills are crucial. Strong communication and collaboration abilities are necessary to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of AI and make a tangible impact in a rapidly evolving field.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct cutting-edge research in machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence.
- Develop and implement novel algorithms and models for complex problem-solving.
- Design and execute experiments to validate research hypotheses and evaluate model performance.
- Collaborate with a team of world-class researchers and engineers to advance AI capabilities.
- Publish research findings in leading academic conferences and journals.
- Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts for new AI technologies.
- Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, insights, and opportunities for AI integration.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in the field of AI and machine learning.
- Contribute to the development of intellectual property and patents.
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to a collaborative research environment.
Qualifications and Skills:
- PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven track record of research and publication in top-tier AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR).
- Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, NumPy, Pandas).
- Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed computing.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research setting.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
This is an unparalleled opportunity for a passionate AI researcher to make significant contributions in a fully remote capacity. Join us and shape the future of artificial intelligence.