Machine Learning Engineer - 6-month Fixed Term Contract in Somerset

Machine Learning Engineer - 6-month Fixed Term Contract in Somerset

Somerset Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Singer Instruments

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Develop and optimise cutting-edge AI products using modern architectures and tools.
  • Company: Forward-thinking tech company focused on innovative AI solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work options, and opportunities for skill development.
  • Other info: Embrace your unique journey; diverse backgrounds are welcomed here.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of AI in impactful ways.
  • Qualifications: Experience with Python, deep learning, and deploying models at scale.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Shape Future AI Products with modern architectures like YOLO 26, YOLO 11, or state‑of‑the‑art Real‑Time DETR (DETRs). Self‑supervised backbones such as DINOv2.

Mastery of Python and deep learning ecosystems, specifically PyTorch or TensorFlow, alongside core toolkits like OpenCV.

Strong experience deploying vision models at scale using AWS tools (e.g., Amazon EC2 GPU instances, Amazon SageMaker) alongside model optimisation frameworks like TensorRT or ONNX.

Extensive experience working within fast‑paced Agile delivery teams using frameworks such as Scrum/Kanban, and expert‑level proficiency with project management tools, specifically Jira and Confluence.

Experience implementing modern MLOps pipelines for automated model retraining, version control (e.g., DVC, MLflow), continuous deployment (CD for ML), and real‑time model drift/performance monitoring.

Prior commercial or academic experience applying computer vision to Life Sciences, Biotech, Medical Imaging, or Digital Pathology (e.g., cell segmentation, tissue analysis, fluorescent imaging, or lab automation datasets) is highly advantageous.

Familiarity with Vision‑Language Models (VLMs) or fine‑tuning Multimodal Foundation Models for visual reasoning tasks.

Proactive use of advanced, modern development workflows and agentic coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development and testing loops.

Crucially, we firmly believe that the right person can come from any background, and your unique journey matters more than just a qualification.

Machine Learning Engineer - 6-month Fixed Term Contract in Somerset employer: Singer Instruments

As a Machine Learning Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that thrives on innovation and collaboration, working in a vibrant environment that encourages creativity and professional growth. We offer competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning, ensuring you can develop your skills while contributing to cutting-edge AI products in the Life Sciences sector. Our inclusive culture values diverse backgrounds, recognising that your unique journey is what drives our success.

Singer Instruments

Contact Details:

Singer Instruments Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Machine Learning Engineer - 6-month Fixed Term Contract in Somerset

Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Python
PyTorch
TensorFlow
OpenCV
AWS