Tech & Digital

AI Research Scientist

  • Location

    Cambridge

  • Sector:

    Mobile Development

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Gavree Sandhu

  • Contact email:

    g.sandhu@finitas.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH157439_1742545342

Research Scientist - Machine Learning & AI Systems - Cambridge, Hybrid

Are you a passionate AI researcher looking to work at the forefront of on-device and edge-based machine learning (ML) systems? Join a world-class team driving innovation in LLMs, VLMs, and adaptive inference methods for real-world applications in consumer devices.

About the Role:

As a Research Scientist, you will contribute to cutting-edge ML research and commercialization efforts, focusing on efficient AI deployment for embedded and mobile devices. You will work with cross-functional teams to shape the future of AI-driven products, balancing deep research with hands-on development.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Conduct research in on-device LLM/VLM optimization, adaptive inference, and mobile ML systems
🔹 Collaborate with product teams to integrate ML solutions into real-world consumer devices
🔹 Design and develop efficient AI algorithms, pushing the boundaries of model/system co-design
🔹 Publish in top-tier AI conferences and contribute to patents and technology transfers
🔹 Work in a diverse, highly skilled team spanning ML, embedded systems, and robotics

Key Requirements:

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
✔ Strong expertise in ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX) and efficient ML techniques (quantization, pruning, distillation, etc.)
✔ Experience in on-device ML deployment (mobile CPU, GPU, NPU) and distributed multi-GPU training
✔ Fluency in Python, C/C++, Linux, and proficiency with Git/GitHub
✔ Solid publication record in top-tier venues (NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, MLSys, MobiSys, etc.)
✔ Team-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving

Desirable Skills:

➕ Experience in real-world mobile system deployment
➕ Research background in Generative AI (language, visual, or multimodal tasks)
➕ Experience with Android OS and app development

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven consumer technology, working on high-impact projects that blend research excellence with commercial applications.

Apply now to be part of a pioneering team pushing the boundaries of AI innovation!