Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Job description

Lead Machine Learning Engineer:

Up to 125k

Xcede are currently working with one of Europe’s most respected applied AI companies.

They work closely with governments and major organisations to solve complex, high-impact problems using machine learning and data science.

Something particularly impressive is their reputation as a tech unicorn, valued at over £1bn, and their position as a market leader in safe, real-world AI.

Currently, they are looking to hire ML Engineers for their Lead position in their Retail unit.

The ideal candidate will be someone who has done hands-one work as a Lead ML engineer within the Retail sector.

You will:

• Provide technical leadership for complex machine learning initiatives, evaluating strategic trade-offs, establishing project plans, and managing delivery across multiple streams in uncertain or high-stakes environments
• Develop and manage robust, scalable machine learning and software solutions while supporting the creation of shared tools and frameworks and enabling engineers to contribute effectively.
• Drive recruitment and support the development of engineers, provide technical guidance to clients, define the scope of large-scale projects, and promote the adoption of new technologies and improved engineering practices.

Requirements:

• Technical specialist
• Proficiency in Python
• Proficiency with leading cloud platforms
• Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes
• Have mentored engineers

If you are interested in this or other ML Engineering positions, please contact Gilad Sabari @ gilad.sabari@xcede.com | 02074226861

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English