AIML Software Engineer, Responsible AI in London

At GSK, we are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to develop new therapies and personalized drugs that drive better outcomes for patients at reduced cost with fewer side effects. Because the datasets we use and algorithms we build at each step of the drug development journey have safety and ethical implications for our patients, GSK has a dedicated team working on the responsible use of AI in healthcare. If this excites you and you want to be part of our growing team, we would love to chat. We are looking for ML and software engineers with a track record in developing production grade software solutions, who can collaborate closely with our AI/ML engineers and researchers. Ideal candidates are outstanding software engineers with in-depth knowledge in modern software craftsmanship practices and a keen interest in ethical and safety aspects of using AI in biomedical applications and the clinic. The Responsible AI team is built on the principles of ownership, accountability, continuous development, and collaboration. We hire for the long term, and we are motivated to make this a great place to work. Our leaders will be committed to your career and development from day one. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse and underrepresented backgrounds and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Design and build tooling that implements Responsible AI principles (e.g., fairness, robustness, transparency, privacy, and security) across GSK's AI/ML workflows.
• Efficiently operationalize the latest AI ethics and policy guidelines to improve the transparency and governance of GSK's models and pipelines, while reducing the documentation burden (e.g. via AI-driven automation and agents).
• Contribute to AI/ML research on the responsible use of AI in biomedical and clinical applications.
• Work closely with research scientists, senior leaders and AI/ML engineers on the implementation of GSK's responsible AI strategy.

Qualifications

• A degree in a quantitative or engineering discipline (e.g., computer science, computational biology, bioinformatics, engineering, among others); OR equivalent work experience as a professional ML engineer or data scientist.
• Demonstrated advanced programming expertise in Python and in developing and delivering robust software solutions.
• Knowledge of machine learning principles and state-of-the-art modelling approaches, and experience with at least one major deep learning framework (preferably PyTorch).
• Knowledge of modern software engineering tools and best practices.
• Keenness to learn fast in a new domain and to continuously develop your ML and software engineering skills.
• Proactive communication and problem-solving, and a proven ability to collaborate with colleagues of various backgrounds and levels of seniority.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with containerization (Docker), continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD), and MLOps.
• Experience working with biomedical data (e.g., genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, electronic health records, clinical images).
• Research experience (e.g., Master’s project, internship at research organization).
• Contributions to relevant open-source projects.
• A background or interest in biology, medicine or ethics.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.