Machine Learning Engineer/Researcher - 2026 Graduate Programme in Crawley

Viridien is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

We are looking for skilled and innovative individuals to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for those who have a strong foundation in machine learning (ML) and programming, coupled with an innate curiosity and drive to tackle complex challenges.

Reporting to the Head of AI Lab, you will be primarily responsible for developing and enhancing machine learning algorithms across various projects, including document processing, satellite imagery analysis, and Large Language Models (LLM). You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers and data scientists to address complex challenges, deliver impactful solutions, and adapt to evolving project needs, all while maintaining a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.

• Hold a PhD or MSc degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related field

• Proficient in machine learning and statistics, with hands-on experience in computer vision (CV) or natural language processing (NLP); understanding of large language models (LLM) is a plus
• Skilled in object-oriented programming using Python
• Familiar with PyTorch or other machine learning frameworks
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, highly attractive bonus scheme, initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program, company pension with generous employer contribution, wellbeing Unmind app, flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes, cycle purchase scheme, flexible private medical and dental care programmes, bank holiday swap, buy & sell holiday programme, and relaxed dress code policy.

At Viridien, we foster a culture of continuous learning and provide tailored training programs through our Learning Hub, designed to enhance technical, commercial, and personal growth.

We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond. We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly. We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.