Lead Computer Vision Engineer

Lead Computer Vision Engineer

We're looking for a Lead CV expert to join a Tier 1 UK Defence Consultancy with an unrivalled reputation for delivering SOTA AI solutions solving genuinely hard problems in National Security.

You'll architect cutting-edge computer vision systems but just as importantly, you'll set the technical bar for how it's done. Mentor rising talent, model what excellent CV work actually looks like, and build a team culture of curiosity and craft.

You'll guide multidisciplinary teams through delivery, coach colleagues sharpening their skills, and shape how capability grows across the whole Defence practice.

This is a role for someone who gets real satisfaction from watching others level up

"showing someone how to think through a hard problem"

What you'll bring:

• Deep computer vision expertise (ML + classical CV), with a track record of production deployment
• Experience with State of the art models across CNNS, Vision Transformers, Object Tracking, Open CV or Gstream
• A genuine appetite for mentoring and developing others
• Strong hands-on technical ability with Python
• Comfort operating with autonomy and shaping strategy
• Eligibility for UK SC clearance
• Willingness to work 2 days per week on site (London / South West / Midlands)

On offer:

Unlimited annual leave, private healthcare, enhanced parental leave, hybrid/flexible working, and a genuinely entrepreneurial platform to build a lasting technical legacy.

Salary range £130,000 up to £160,000

*This role requires eligibility for SC clearance therefore is open to UK Citizens only.