Data Science and Machine Learning Scientist

Senior Research Scientist - AI/ML andamp; Signal ProcessingLocation: Great Baddow (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week)Salary: Up to £70,000 + benefits We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join a growing Data and Decision Support capability within a leading global technology and defence organisation. This role is focused on developing novel AI/ML algorithms and statistical signal processing techniques, with applications across sectors including space, defence, security, and commercial industries. You''ll work at the forefront of innovation, applying advanced machine learning and data science techniques to time-series, sensor and sequential data, delivering high-impact research, prototypes, and demonstrators. You''ll also collaborate with academic partners and multidisciplinary teams working across areas such as radar, sonar, RF, distributed sensing, reinforcement learning, computer vision, NLP, and generative AI. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of technical research projects, mentoring junior researchers. Develop prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and novel inference algorithms. Produce technical reports, proposals, and present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Contribute to publications, patents, and academic partnerships. Work on cutting-edge AI/ML research that supports real-world applications. Essential Skills andamp; Experience PhD (or equivalent industry experience) in a relevant discipline. Strong background in Machine Learning and/or ..... full job details .....