AI Research Specialist - Sustainable Network Optimisation

BT Ireland; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom firm in the UK is looking for a Research Specialist in Sustainable Network Optimisation. The role demands a deep technical expertise in AI/ML and Computer Vision, with responsibilities including managing research projects, authoring technical papers, and driving innovation. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate qualification and demonstrated business impact from research. This position offers a competitive salary along with various benefits, and a hybrid work model with office presence three days a week.

Benefits

10% on target bonus

BT Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

World-class training and development opportunities

Private virtual GP appointments

Qualifications

• Must have significant delivery evidence showing business impact.
• Self-starter with minimal guidance, strong problem-solving ability.
• Experience in AI/ML and algorithm development, particularly Computer Vision.

Responsibilities

• Manage research projects and tasks with internal teams and partners.
• Maintain expertise in the Sustainable Network Optimisation domain.
• Author thought leadership technical papers and manage patents.

Skills

Technical domain expertise

Strong academic record in technology

Expert communication

Experience in open innovation

Storytelling with data

Concept evaluation

Education

Postgraduate qualification (PhD or equivalent)

Job description

A leading telecom firm in the UK is looking for a Research Specialist in Sustainable Network Optimisation. The role demands a deep technical expertise in AI/ML and Computer Vision, with responsibilities including managing research projects, authoring technical papers, and driving innovation. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate qualification and demonstrated business impact from research. This position offers a competitive salary along with various benefits, and a hybrid work model with office presence three days a week.