At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead MLOps projects, design ML platforms, and manage engineering teams.
- Company: Dynamic AI consultancy in the heart of Manchester.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI while working on exciting, impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Python, cloud platforms, and MLOps best practices.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We’re hiring a Lead MLOps Engineer to drive the technical direction of MLOps across our growing AI consultancy (Manchester City Centre, 3 days on-site). This is a senior, hands‑on role combining architecture, delivery leadership and management.
What you’ll be doing:
- Acting as technical lead on complex client engagements
- Designing and overseeing end‑to‑end ML platforms and MLOps architectures
- Managing Mid and Senior engineers
- Defining technical standards and MLOps best practices
- Working with clients to translate business goals into scalable ML solutions
- Supporting project scoping, pre‑sales, and technical strategy
What we’re looking for:
- Deep expertise in Python and modern ML frameworks
- Strong cloud and infrastructure background (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Extensive experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and IaC
- Proven ability to build, deploy, monitor, and operate ML systems at scale
- Comfortable leading a team while staying hands‑on
- Eligible for SC clearance
Nice to have:
- Experience building internal MLOps platforms or tooling
- Strong views on observability, reliability, and ML monitoring
- Experience with LLMs, agents, or emerging AI technologies
Lead MLOps Engineer in Manchester employer: Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Reading that is committed to digital transformation and innovation. As the Head of Cloud Infrastructure, you will benefit from a hybrid working model, a culture that values meaningful change, and ample opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment. With a focus on modernisation and a strong commitment to employee development, this role offers a unique chance to shape the future of cloud infrastructure while enjoying the stability of a well-established company.
Contact Details:
Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd Recruitment Team
