> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2951534-machine-learning-engineer-llms](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2951534-machine-learning-engineer-llms). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Machine Learning Engineer (LLMs) - **Company:** Understanding Recruitment - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Model Validation, Generative AI, SC Clearance, Low Latency, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.understandingrecruitment.com/job/machine-learning-engineer-llms/ ## About the Role * Strong Python and PyTorch * Hands-on experience with LLMs / Generative AI * Experience deploying ML models into production * Understanding of transformers and modern NLP * Experience with RAG, fine-tuning, evaluation or agents ## Description Machine Learning Engineer (LLMs) Want to build and ship real-world AI products? We're looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to build production AI systems, with a focus on LLMs and generative AI. You'll work across the full ML lifecycle - from experimentation and evaluation through to deploying reliable systems into production. What you'll be doing * Building and deploying LLM-powered products * Working with RAG, fine-tuning and agentic AI * Developing evaluation and ML pipelines * Improving model performance, latency and reliability * Working closely with engineers and product teams to solve real-world problems What we're looking for * Strong Python and PyTorch * Hands-on experience with LLMs / Generative AI * Experience deploying ML models into production * Understanding of transformers and modern NLP * Experience with RAG, fine-tuning, evaluation or agents What's on offer * Competitive salary + equity * 7% pension * Private healthcare * Free daily meals * Significant technical ownership * Work on cutting-edge AI that is actually deployed in the real world You'll need the right to work in the UK and be eligible for UK SC clearance. ## Related Videos - [How to Avoid LLM Pitfalls - Mete Atamel and Guillaume Laforge](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1328-how-to-avoid-llm-pitfalls-mete-atamel-and-guillaume-laforge) - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. Live Coding)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100196-photonic-computing-programming-a-new-class-of-ai-accelerators-incl-live-coding) - [Swapping Low Latency Data Storage Under High Load](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/746-swapping-low-latency-data-storage-under-high-load) - [Inside the Mind of an LLM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1617-inside-the-mind-of-an-llm) - [Serverless deployment of (large) NLP models ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/158-serverless-deployment-of-large-nlp-models) - [Unleash the power of 5G in your code: transform your apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1567-unleash-the-power-of-5g-in-your-code-transform-your-apps) ## Related Articles - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Who Owns Your Content in the Age of LLMs?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/610-who-owns-your-content-in-the-age-of-llms) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [From Prototype to Production: Build AI Agents with This Free 4-Course Learning Path](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/655-from-prototype-to-production-build-ai-agents-with-this-free-4-course-learning-path) - [The Best Large Language Models on The Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/319-the-best-large-language-models-on-the-market)