1,111 Microsoft Research jobs in the United Kingdom

Senior Researcher - Machine Learning - Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

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Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK, or Amsterdam, NL we are seeking Machine Learning Researcher candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Contribute to and drive an ambitious, high-impact, machine learning research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design and develop new machine learning models and algorithms.
Write code to run and evaluate large scale ML experiments.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Working on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



**Required:**


Track record in Deep Learning research, as evidenced by a PhD or similar research experience in the field.
Experience designing and optimizing new architectures and algorithms, and running experiments and analyses to study their performance.
Experience in Python software development, ideally demonstrated by published software projects (e.g., github).
Experience in developing and implementation of deep learning systems (e.g., in PyTorch or JAX).



**Preferred:**


Experience working with graph data, reinforcement learning, and/or generative models.
Experience with molecular data in real-world drug discovery.
Track record of publications in ML conferences and/or scientific journals.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Researcher - Machine Learning - Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

Posted 14 days ago

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Job Description

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK, or Amsterdam, NL we are seeking Machine Learning Researcher candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Contribute to and drive an ambitious, high-impact, machine learning research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design and develop new machine learning models and algorithms.
Write code to run and evaluate large scale ML experiments.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Working on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



**Required:**


Track record in Deep Learning research, as evidenced by a PhD or similar research experience in the field.
Experience designing and optimizing new architectures and algorithms, and running experiments and analyses to study their performance.
Experience in Python software development, ideally demonstrated by published software projects (e.g., github).
Experience in developing and implementation of deep learning systems (e.g., in PyTorch or JAX).



**Preferred:**


Experience working with graph data, reinforcement learning, and/or generative models.
Experience with molecular data in real-world drug discovery.
Track record of publications in ML conferences and/or scientific journals.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Researcher - Machine Learning - Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

Posted 13 days ago

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Job Description

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.
For our lab in Cambridge, UK, or Amsterdam, NL we are seeking Machine Learning Researcher candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and we're dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.
**Responsibilities**
+ Contribute to and drive an ambitious, high-impact, machine learning research agenda in the molecular sciences.
+ Design and develop new machine learning models and algorithms.
+ Write code to run and evaluate large scale ML experiments.
+ Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
+ Prepare technical papers and presentations.
+ Working on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.
**Qualifications**
**Required:**
+ Track record in Deep Learning research, as evidenced by a PhD or similar research experience in the field.
+ Experience designing and optimizing new architectures and algorithms, and running experiments and analyses to study their performance.
+ Experience in Python software development, ideally demonstrated by published software projects (e.g., github).
+ Experience in developing and implementation of deep learning systems (e.g., in PyTorch or JAX).
**Preferred:**
+ Experience working with graph data, reinforcement learning, and/or generative models.
+ Experience with molecular data in real-world drug discovery.
+ Track record of publications in ML conferences and/or scientific journals.
# Research # AI for Science
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Research Engineer - Machine Learning - Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

Posted 13 days ago

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Job Description

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.
For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and we're dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.
**Responsibilities**
+ Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
+ Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
+ Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
+ Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
+ Prepare technical papers and presentations.
+ Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.
**Qualifications**
Required:
+ Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
+ Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
+ Experience working with cross-functional teams.
+ Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.
Preferred:
+ Deep Learning experience.
+ Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
+ Experience in real-world drug discovery.
+ Experience with other programming languages.
# Research # AI for Science
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Research Engineer u2013 Machine Learning u2013 Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

Posted 14 days ago

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Job Description

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



Required:


Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.



Preferred:


Deep Learning experience.
Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
Experience in real-world drug discovery.
Experience with other programming languages.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Senior Research Engineer u2013 Machine Learning u2013 Microsoft Research

Cambridge, Eastern Microsoft Corporation

Posted 14 days ago

Job Viewed

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Job Description

Deep learning has only just started its transformative impact on the natural sciences. In Microsoft Research AI for Science we are seeking to solve some of the fundamental challenges in the molecular sciences with deep learning.



For our lab in Cambridge, UK or Amsterdam, NL, we are seeking exceptional Machine Learning Research Engineering candidates at the intersection of chemistry and drug discovery. If you are passionate about this research area and believe you can make a lasting impact, we would love to receive your application.



Microsoftu2019s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and weu2019re dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.



This post will be open until the position is filled. When submitting your application, include your CV with a list of publications as an attachment.



**Responsibilities**


Drive ML engineering strategy and implementation within an ambitious, high-impact, ML research agenda in the molecular sciences.
Design, develop and deploy data processing pipelines, machine learning models and workflows.
Work with internal and external partners to deploy and evaluate models and workflows.
Champion and coach the team in modern engineering practices.
Prepare technical papers and presentations.
Work on a day-to-day basis with an international and interdisciplinary research team on one overarching research goal.



**Qualifications**



Required:


Strong Experience in Python software development and deployment.
Track record in designing, developing and deploying scientific ML systems with real world impact.
Experience working with cross-functional teams.
Experience working with major cloud platforms and/or HPC.



Preferred:


Deep Learning experience.
Experience with chemoinformatics & computational chemistry.
Experience in real-world drug discovery.
Experience with other programming languages.



# Research # AI for Science



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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Research & Development Technologist

DN14 Goole, Yorkshire and the Humber KP Snacks

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Research & Development Technologist  

Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn) 

Hybrid

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Research & Development Technologist to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

This R&D Technologist role sits at the heart of the KP Snacks Research & Development team and offers the opportunity to shape the future of snacking. Working across product category teams, you’ll support the creation and optimisation of innovative, high-quality products that delight consumers and align with our sustainability goals. With a passion for food design, you’ll develop technical and consumer insight to help bring new product concepts to life — from initial idea through to factory trials and final market launch.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Insights, as well as suppliers and manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include hands-on product development, trial execution, benchmarking, and sample preparation, all while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, cost and efficiency standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to contribute to an ambitious, values-led business, with scope to develop their skills and technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What’s in it for you?   

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

  • KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

  • 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme 

  • KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing?  

  • Drive hands-on product development , creating and refining snack concepts from bench work through to full-scale factory trials.

  • Tackle the exciting challenge of bringing innovative, consumer-loved products to market while balancing creativity with manufacturing feasibility and cost-efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, Operations, Technical, Marketing and Procurement , playing a key role in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

  • Make a real impact by contributing to KP Snacks’ People & Planet goals , ensuring products are not only delicious but also aligned with sustainability and compliance standards.

  • Gain valuable experience across the full product lifecycle , with opportunities to grow technical expertise, develop commercial awareness and contribute to strategic projects.

Who are we?   

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:  

  • Brings a strong foundation in food science, product development or food processing , with a curiosity for flavour, consumer behaviour and innovation.

  • Applies solid technical, analytical and creative skills to deliver accurate and effective product development, while supporting the wider team through collaboration, clear communication and problem-solving.

  • Demonstrates transferable experience across product lifecycles , ideally with experience in consumer goods and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions like Marketing and Supply Chain.

  • Project management, packaging or European market experience is a plus , but we welcome applications from individuals who meet most, not all, of the criteria – we value potential and mindset.

  • Aligns with KP’s values through a proactive, can-do attitude , strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement, teamwork and consumer-led thinking.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

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Research & Development Technologist

LS1 Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber KP Snacks

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Research & Development Technologist  

Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn) 

Hybrid

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Research & Development Technologist to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

This R&D Technologist role sits at the heart of the KP Snacks Research & Development team and offers the opportunity to shape the future of snacking. Working across product category teams, you’ll support the creation and optimisation of innovative, high-quality products that delight consumers and align with our sustainability goals. With a passion for food design, you’ll develop technical and consumer insight to help bring new product concepts to life — from initial idea through to factory trials and final market launch.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Insights, as well as suppliers and manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include hands-on product development, trial execution, benchmarking, and sample preparation, all while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, cost and efficiency standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to contribute to an ambitious, values-led business, with scope to develop their skills and technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What’s in it for you?   

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

  • KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

  • 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme 

  • KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing?  

  • Drive hands-on product development , creating and refining snack concepts from bench work through to full-scale factory trials.

  • Tackle the exciting challenge of bringing innovative, consumer-loved products to market while balancing creativity with manufacturing feasibility and cost-efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, Operations, Technical, Marketing and Procurement , playing a key role in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

  • Make a real impact by contributing to KP Snacks’ People & Planet goals , ensuring products are not only delicious but also aligned with sustainability and compliance standards.

  • Gain valuable experience across the full product lifecycle , with opportunities to grow technical expertise, develop commercial awareness and contribute to strategic projects.

Who are we?   

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:  

  • Brings a strong foundation in food science, product development or food processing , with a curiosity for flavour, consumer behaviour and innovation.

  • Applies solid technical, analytical and creative skills to deliver accurate and effective product development, while supporting the wider team through collaboration, clear communication and problem-solving.

  • Demonstrates transferable experience across product lifecycles , ideally with experience in consumer goods and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions like Marketing and Supply Chain.

  • Project management, packaging or European market experience is a plus , but we welcome applications from individuals who meet most, not all, of the criteria – we value potential and mindset.

  • Aligns with KP’s values through a proactive, can-do attitude , strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement, teamwork and consumer-led thinking.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

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Research & Development Technologist

YO8 Selby, Yorkshire and the Humber KP Snacks

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Research & Development Technologist  

Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn) 

Hybrid

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Research & Development Technologist to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

This R&D Technologist role sits at the heart of the KP Snacks Research & Development team and offers the opportunity to shape the future of snacking. Working across product category teams, you’ll support the creation and optimisation of innovative, high-quality products that delight consumers and align with our sustainability goals. With a passion for food design, you’ll develop technical and consumer insight to help bring new product concepts to life — from initial idea through to factory trials and final market launch.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Insights, as well as suppliers and manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include hands-on product development, trial execution, benchmarking, and sample preparation, all while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, cost and efficiency standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to contribute to an ambitious, values-led business, with scope to develop their skills and technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What’s in it for you?   

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

  • KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

  • 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme 

  • KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing?  

  • Drive hands-on product development , creating and refining snack concepts from bench work through to full-scale factory trials.

  • Tackle the exciting challenge of bringing innovative, consumer-loved products to market while balancing creativity with manufacturing feasibility and cost-efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, Operations, Technical, Marketing and Procurement , playing a key role in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

  • Make a real impact by contributing to KP Snacks’ People & Planet goals , ensuring products are not only delicious but also aligned with sustainability and compliance standards.

  • Gain valuable experience across the full product lifecycle , with opportunities to grow technical expertise, develop commercial awareness and contribute to strategic projects.

Who are we?   

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:  

  • Brings a strong foundation in food science, product development or food processing , with a curiosity for flavour, consumer behaviour and innovation.

  • Applies solid technical, analytical and creative skills to deliver accurate and effective product development, while supporting the wider team through collaboration, clear communication and problem-solving.

  • Demonstrates transferable experience across product lifecycles , ideally with experience in consumer goods and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions like Marketing and Supply Chain.

  • Project management, packaging or European market experience is a plus , but we welcome applications from individuals who meet most, not all, of the criteria – we value potential and mindset.

  • Aligns with KP’s values through a proactive, can-do attitude , strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement, teamwork and consumer-led thinking.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

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Research & Development Technologist

HD1 Huddersfield, Yorkshire and the Humber KP Snacks

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Research & Development Technologist  

Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn) 

Hybrid

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Research & Development Technologist to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

This R&D Technologist role sits at the heart of the KP Snacks Research & Development team and offers the opportunity to shape the future of snacking. Working across product category teams, you’ll support the creation and optimisation of innovative, high-quality products that delight consumers and align with our sustainability goals. With a passion for food design, you’ll develop technical and consumer insight to help bring new product concepts to life — from initial idea through to factory trials and final market launch.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technical, Commercial, Procurement and Insights, as well as suppliers and manufacturing sites. Responsibilities include hands-on product development, trial execution, benchmarking, and sample preparation, all while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, cost and efficiency standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to contribute to an ambitious, values-led business, with scope to develop their skills and technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What’s in it for you?   

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

  • KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

  • 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme 

  • KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing?  

  • Drive hands-on product development , creating and refining snack concepts from bench work through to full-scale factory trials.

  • Tackle the exciting challenge of bringing innovative, consumer-loved products to market while balancing creativity with manufacturing feasibility and cost-efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, Operations, Technical, Marketing and Procurement , playing a key role in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

  • Make a real impact by contributing to KP Snacks’ People & Planet goals , ensuring products are not only delicious but also aligned with sustainability and compliance standards.

  • Gain valuable experience across the full product lifecycle , with opportunities to grow technical expertise, develop commercial awareness and contribute to strategic projects.

Who are we?   

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:  

  • Brings a strong foundation in food science, product development or food processing , with a curiosity for flavour, consumer behaviour and innovation.

  • Applies solid technical, analytical and creative skills to deliver accurate and effective product development, while supporting the wider team through collaboration, clear communication and problem-solving.

  • Demonstrates transferable experience across product lifecycles , ideally with experience in consumer goods and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions like Marketing and Supply Chain.

  • Project management, packaging or European market experience is a plus , but we welcome applications from individuals who meet most, not all, of the criteria – we value potential and mindset.

  • Aligns with KP’s values through a proactive, can-do attitude , strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement, teamwork and consumer-led thinking.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

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