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$90K–$145K
Median Salary
$170K+
Top 10% Pay
6%
Remote-Friendly

About Data & ML Jobs in London roles

London's vibrant fintech, healthtech, and autonomous systems sectors have created a massive appetite for Data and Machine Learning professionals, establishing the city as Europe's premier hub for artificial intelligence innovation. While base salaries may not yet rival the extreme peaks of Silicon Valley, total compensation packages remain highly competitive within the broader European market, particularly at well-funded scale-ups and established tech giants like DeepMind, Revolut, Wayve, and BenevolentAI. The UK's recently expanded Global Talent visa route has made it increasingly seamless for top-tier international ML engineers and data scientists to join this ecosystem without requiring employer sponsorship. This accessible immigration policy fosters a diverse, global workforce that frequently benefits from flexible, hybrid working arrangements across the capital's thriving tech districts, from Shoreditch to King's Cross.

Hiring demand for Data and ML roles in London is experiencing sustained, aggressive growth, significantly outpacing the broader software engineering market compared to last year's figures. Early-stage startups focused on applied generative AI and established financial institutions are currently driving the highest volume of new openings, actively competing for specialized talent with expertise in large language models and predictive analytics.

Data & ML Jobs in London salary overview

The median salary range across these 378 positions is $90K–$145K. Top earners make $170K+.

Latest openings

Staff Data Scientist
Wayve Technologies · London, UK
$276K–$311K
Senior Data Scientist
Wayve Technologies · London, UK
$209K–$266K
Lead Data Engineer
Vml · London, UK
AI Business Analyst - Insurance
The Capital Markets Company Nv · London, UK
AI Business Analyst - Banking and Payments
The Capital Markets Company Nv · London, UK
ML Data Engineer
Recraft · London, UK
Principal Generative AI Engineer
Motorway Online · London, UK
Senior Data Engineer
Unity Software · London, UK
$86K–$129K
Research Data Scientist
Dunnhumby Limited · London, UK
Senior Analytics Consultant
Hitachi Solutions · London, UK
Principal Product Data Scientist
Tripadvisor · London, UK
Principal Machine Learning Engineer
Ivxs Uk Limited · London, UK
Data Analytics Engineer
Orbital Witness · London, UK
Quantitative Researcher - Intern
Point72 Asset Management Lp · London, UK
$120K–$180K
Lead Data Engineer
Digital Extremes · London, UK
$115K–$125K
Machine Learning Engineer
Waymo · London, UK
$120K–$130K
$150K–$162K
$155K–$163K
Data Scientist
Coreweave · London, UK
Staff Data Engineer
Coreweave · London, UK
Business Analyst - Core Banking
The Capital Markets Company Nv · London, UK
Senior Data Scientist - Network Simulation
Relay Technologies Limited · London, UK
Senior AI Engineer
Quantum · London, UK
Senior Data Scientist
Multiverse Group Limited · London, UK
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for a Data Scientist or ML Engineer at London startups?
Salaries vary by stage, but ML Engineers at London-based Series A/B startups typically earn between £70,000 and £110,000, with total compensation often heavily supplemented by equity. Senior roles at established AI labs can command base salaries exceeding £150,000.
Are there fully remote Data & ML jobs based in London?
Yes, while many London tech companies favor a hybrid model with 2-3 days in the office, there is a growing segment of remote-first startups hiring UK-based ML talent, allowing you to work from anywhere in the country while attached to a London headquarters.
Which industries in London are hiring the most Machine Learning talent?
Fintech and healthtech are the dominant sectors, with companies leveraging ML for fraud detection, algorithmic trading, and drug discovery. However, we are also seeing a surge in hiring from climate tech and autonomous vehicle startups like Wayve.

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