Machine Learning Engineer - AI

JD
London, UK
9 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
£58,547.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure C++ (Programming Language) Cloud Computing Data Structures Software Design Patterns Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning Natural Language Processing Recommender Systems
+12 more
Tensorflow Software Engineering Data Streaming Reinforcement Learning Google Cloud Pytorch Multi-Agent Systems Deep Learning Knowledge Representation Information Technology Machine Learning Operations Virtual Agents

Job description

JD.com is seeking an innovative AI Agent Engineer to design, develop, and deploy intelligent agents that enhance our e-commerce and logistics platforms. This role involves leveraging cutting-edge AI techniques to create autonomous systems that improve efficiency, personalization, and user experience., * Design, implement, and optimize AI agents for various applications, including customer service, supply chain optimization, recommendation systems, and internal operations.

  • Develop robust agent architectures, incorporating machine learning models, natural language processing (NLP), knowledge representation, and reasoning techniques.
  • Integrate AI agents with existing JD.com systems and platforms, ensuring seamless functionality and data flow.
  • Conduct research and experimentation with new AI paradigms and technologies to continuously improve agent performance and capabilities.
  • Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and other engineering teams to define agent requirements and deliver impactful solutions.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and fine-tune deployed AI agents, ensuring high accuracy, reliability, and scalability.
  • Contribute to the development of internal AI frameworks, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in designing and implementing AI agents or intelligent systems.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
  • In-depth understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and NLP techniques.
  • Experience with agent-based modeling, reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, or cognitive architectures.
  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps practices is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits & conditions

Joining JD.com means becoming part of a company where people, innovation, and impact go hand in hand. We offer a competitive salary, a great location, and a supportive, people-first culture where your growth truly matters. With access to global projects, learning opportunities, and an inclusive environment that values every voice, you’ll have the space to shape the future with us.

About the company

At JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, we are building one of the world’s most trusted technology and supply chain ecosystems. What started as a bold idea in China has evolved into a NASDAQ-listed, Fortune 44 global enterprise serving over 700 million active customers. Powered by advanced logistics, innovative technology, and a commitment to integrity, JD.com operates across retail, logistics, technology, property and more, creating solutions that make everyday life smarter, faster, and more connected.

Our Global Reach

JD.com is expanding its international footprint through a digitally intelligent, cross-border supply chain and world-class logistics network, supported by platforms such as Joybuy, which brings trusted products to customers worldwide. Today, our teams operate across China, the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Hungary, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond, reaching customers in every corner of the world.

Learn more about who we are and what we do: https://corporate.jd.com

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