Machine Learning Lead Engineer

We're looking for a Machine Learning Lead Engineer who wants to operate as a player-coach - someone still very hands-on, but excited to grow into a proper management role over time. This is not a pure manager role from day one. You'll be building, shipping, and improving ML systems while gradually taking on more team leadership responsibilities. Key Responsibilities What you'll do: Build and maintain production-grade ML systems and pipelinesStay hands-on (coding, reviews, debugging, deployments)Mentor a small team of ML engineers (2-3 people initially)Establish ML engineering&MLOps best practicesImprove deployment, monitoring, and model lifecycle managementCollaborate with DS, Risk, Product, and EngineeringHelp shape roadmap and hiring Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Strong background as an ML Engineer (not purely DS/research)Experience deploying and running ML models in productionSolid software engineering skills (Python, APIs, systems)Good understanding of MLOps stack (CI/CD, monitoring, pipelines)Familiarity with tools like MLflow, Airflow, Evidently, DVC, Docker, Kubernetes.Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure)Some mentoring/leadership experience + desire to grow into managementNice to have:Experience scaling ML platforms or teamsFintech / lending / risk domain exposure Job Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Stock OptionsPrivate Medical insurance via Vitality and Dental Insurance with BUPAEAP with Health AssuredEnhanced Maternity and Paternity LeaveModern and sophisticated office space in Central LondonFree Gym in office building in HolbornSubsidised Lunch via FeedrDeliveroo Allowance if working late in officeMonthly in office MasseuseTeam and Company SocialsFootball Power League / Paddle and Yoga Club