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AI and Machine Learning Jobs That Move Beyond the Hype
Artificial intelligence has crossed the line from experiment to infrastructure. Models now sit inside clinical systems, financial platforms, logistics engines and customer products. When they fail, the impact is real.
MRJ works with engineering teams building production-grade AI, not slide decks and prototypes. We recruit machine learning engineers, applied AI engineers and platform specialists who know how to move models from notebooks into reliable systems that can be monitored, governed and trusted.
If you’re looking for AI jobs or machine learning roles where the data is meaningful, the problems are complex and the engineering standards are high, this is where those conversations start.
The Future of AI and Machine Learning Jobs
The Gap Between Ambition and Reality
Everyone wants to be “AI-first”. Far fewer teams are ready to operate AI responsibly at scale.
Job specs promise ownership and impact, but often hide messy data foundations, fragile pipelines and unclear accountability once models hit production. Titles blur together. Expectations drift mid-process. Engineers are asked to move fast without the guardrails that make speed sustainable.
Common friction we see:
- Roles labelled “ML Engineer” that are actually analytics-heavy or experimental
- Production accountability without tooling, monitoring or governance
- Tool-driven hiring instead of problem-driven engineering
- Pressure to ship AI without clarity on risk, bias or compliance
At the same time, organisations are realising that AI success depends less on clever models and more on engineering discipline. Data quality, platform maturity, security, observability and ethical controls now matter just as much as accuracy.
This tension is what makes AI hiring difficult and what makes getting it right so valuable.
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AI and Machine Learning Jobs We Fill
AI careers are shaped by the systems you own and the decisions you’re trusted to make, not just the models you train.
We recruit across the full lifecycle of intelligent systems, from experimentation through to platform maturity and leadership.
Applied AI and Machine Learning
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Applied AI Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Research Engineer
- NLP and Computer Vision Engineer
Platforms, MLOps and Reliability
- MLOps Engineer
- AI Platform Engineer
- ML Infrastructure Engineer
- Model Reliability Engineer
- Cloud ML Engineer
Data Foundations and Intelligence
- Analytics Engineer
- Data Platform Engineer
- Feature Engineering Specialist
- Data Governance Lead
Leadership and Strategy
- Principal Machine Learning Engineer
- Head of AI
- AI Architect
- Responsible AI Lead
- Machine Learning Manager
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QA and Testing
Quality drives confidence, and the right QA talent makes all the difference. We find QA testers, automation engineers and quality leads who go beyond ticking boxes, they refine processes and improve performance every release.
Software Engineering
Great products start with strong engineering. We help you hire software engineers, developers and technical leads who know how to build, scale and ship with precision. Talent with the depth to turn complex ideas into reliable software.
Cyber Security
Security starts with people who understand risk and resilience. We hire network engineers, security analysts and infrastructure specialists who protect systems, strengthen compliance and keep operations safe.
Data Engineering
Good decisions need good data, and we know the talent who make that happen. We hire data engineers and data analysts who turn numbers into knowledge and insight into action. Talent that strengthens every decision your business makes.
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Hiring AI for the first time?
Many teams underestimate what production AI actually demands. We help you shape the role properly before you hire, so expectations, ownership and delivery constraints are clear from day one.
Scaling an existing platform?
Our Talent as a Service model supports ongoing hiring as your models, data and infrastructure mature. This keeps momentum without sacrificing quality.
Building technical leadership?
We place senior engineers and AI leaders who bring structure, governance and engineering maturity into fast-growing teams.
Need delivery horsepower quickly?
Contract specialists help unblock migrations, platform builds and critical delivery milestones when timelines tighten.
The Minds Behind the Mission
Get to Know Our Specialists
Lauren
Good culture. Great conversations. And helping someone take that leap into a role that aligns with who they are and what they care about.
Rekiel
For me, it’s all about momentum. Great conversations, real ambition, and helping people step into roles that move their careers forward.
Cameron
What I love is building real connections. Hearing people’s stories, what drives them, and helping them find a role that feels exciting.
Lauren
For me, it’s about creating genuine career momentum. Supporting people through the process and celebrating every win along the way.
FAQ's
What AI and machine learning roles do MRJ recruit for?
We recruit across applied machine learning, data science, MLOps, platform engineering and AI leadership roles.
Can MRJ help us define what type of AI engineer we actually need?
Yes. We help you assess data maturity, platform readiness and delivery goals to avoid misaligned hires.
How do MRJ ensure technical quality in shortlists?
We screen for real production experience, system ownership and engineering depth, not just tool exposure.
Do MRJ support senior and leadership AI hiring?
Absolutely. We regularly place principal engineers, heads of AI and technical leaders.
Can MRJ help me find an AI role that fits my engineering style and values?
Yes. We focus on role clarity, engineering culture and long-term development.
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