Principal AI & ML Engineer – Director level

Synchro • london, england • Posted June 30, 2026

About the Role

Principal AI & Machine Learning Engineer – Director level

Synchro have partnered with a large and very well‑known organisation and we are hiring for a director level Lead / Principal Engineer to lead a small, high‑impact team of specialists responsible for developing AI capabilities across the organisation.

This team builds APIs and libraries as well as thought leadership that empower AI teams across the firm, from reproducing external research to publishing innovative work that pushes the boundaries of applied AI in financial services.

In this highly senior, and hands‑on role, you will lead and mentor a high‑performing team of AI engineers & researchers. Working closely with your team, you will help develop reusable AI services, APIs, and libraries used across multiple lines of business.

You will own and build a credible AI system across the business and build and maintain business‑critical AI systems with technology partners. You will take the ...