AI Engineering Jobs in United Kingdom
There are 1,026 open AI Engineering jobs in United Kingdom on freehire right now. 182 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are ai, python and llm.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP | year | £68,875 | £92,700 | £114,375 | 74 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- ai 79%
- python 45%
- llm 40%
- machine-learning 38%
- cloud 38%
- agentic-ai 35%
- aws 28%
- generative-ai 28%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 218 · 21%
- Remote 92 · 9%
- Onsite 37 · 4%
Visa sponsorship offered in 57% of the 120 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 257
- Lead 80
- Principal 42
- C-level 32
- Staff 29
- Intern 13
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 135
- 501-1000 employees 73
- 51-200 employees 33
- 11-50 employees 31
- 201-500 employees 11
- 1-10 employees 1
Security AI Engineer
The Security AI Engineer will design and build agentic AI systems to automate security operations, incident response, and remediation workflows. The role requires strong Python skills and experience applying AI agents to real-world cybersecurity challenges.
Senior AI Engineer
Salary: £100,000 - 100,000 per year Requirements: Strong commercial experience as a Senior Software Engineer or AI Engineer with a full-stack Microsoft development background. Extensive experience developing…
AI Research Engineer - ML Engineering
Build and scale deep learning frameworks on PyTorch for distributed training, design data strategies for large-scale defence AI systems across GPU clusters.
Deployed AI Engineer
Deployed AI Engineer integrating state-of-the-art AI software into complex defence systems (e.g., aircraft mission control), working across APIs, databases, and network protocols using Python, C++, and Linux.
AI Research Engineer - AI Safety
Research and implement AI safety techniques to evaluate and assure the reliability of Helsing’s AI systems, focusing on uncertainty quantification, robustness, and adversarial testing.
AI Research Engineer - Reinforcement Learning
Helsing is seeking an AI Research Engineer to develop and deploy reinforcement learning agents for autonomous aerial platforms. You will own the full pipeline from large-scale simulation training to real-time deployment on flight-ready hardware using Python, C++, or Rust.
AI Research Engineer - 3D Computer Vision
Helsing is seeking an AI Research Engineer to develop 3D computer vision systems for defense applications, focusing on scene understanding, SLAM, and geo-registration. The role involves building and deploying robust AI models that operate under real-world hardware constraints.
AI Python Developer - LLM - Remote - Outside IR35
Develops AI/ML models and applications using Python for a pharmaceutical company, focusing on LLM-based solutions with optional AWS deployment. Requires Python and AI expertise; lab experience is a plus.
AI Engineer - LLM & Agentic Systems
Build and deploy production-grade LLM-powered agents and agentic workflows using RAG, tool orchestration, and reasoning to solve complex business problems at scale.
Applied AI Engineer
Main Purpose Trafigura is undergoing an exciting Digital Transformation, developing innovative AI technologies to change the way we work in Commodities Trading. The Document AI team is a key pillar of this initiative,…
Forward Deployed AI Engineer
Deploy and operationalize agentic AI and LLM systems into production across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments, integrating with enterprise APIs and data platforms using Python, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.

Ecommerce AI Engineer (Contract)
Builds AI-driven ecommerce platforms and digital tools to enhance customer journeys, automate workflows, and boost revenue by integrating AI agents, booking systems, and analytics tools.
AI Engineer - DV Cleared
Develops AI/ML solutions and data systems for UK national security programs, using Palantir tools and cloud platforms in a hybrid London office.
AI Engineer
DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly…
AI Engineer - DV Cleared
The AI Engineer will work on high-impact national security projects in London, utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. This role requires active UK DV security clearance.
Senior Manager - Search & LLM Discovery
Leads AI-powered search and LLM discovery strategy to optimize organic growth, aligning customer discovery with commercial goals across SEO and AI platforms.