Senior Software Engineer for AI in Chemistry

Job number
NAT02206

Faculties
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Departments
Department of Chemistry

Salary or Salary range
£69,365\- £79,257 per annum

Location/campus
White City Campus \- Hybrid

Contract type work pattern
Full time \- Fixed term

Posting End Date
25 Jun 2026
About the role
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This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the design and implementation of novel digital technologies in collaboration with a wide range of academic and industrial partners who are part of AIchemy – an AI Hub involving Imperial College London, the University of Liverpool and a large consortium of academic and industrial partners.

The Senior Software Engineer post will be ideal for an individual interested in working creatively across a range of projects and experts to deliver software from data infrastructure to novel AI, working closely with academics in Chemistry and multiple other departments, as well as partners across the larger consortium. You will also work closely with the AIchemy leadership team, project management team, researchers and other software and data scientists to deliver on objectives.

What you would be doing
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You will be responsible for leading the technical discussion on project research requirements, to deliver the design, development of end\-to\-end software solutions to achieve research objectives involving stakeholders from Imperial College London, the University of Liverpool and a consortium of academic and industrial partners.

As a highly motivated software engineer, you will be developing the key infrastructure for the development and use of AI in Chemistry and have a clear framework of accountability, while exercising substantial personal responsibility and autonomy, applying novel technologies to diverse and meaningful challenges. This will include being able to provide expert advice, guidance and support to other members of the team to define software requirements and develop a high\-level plan for development as part of an agile process.

What we are looking for
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated software engineer. Some of the essential requirements for this role include:

• A postgraduate degree in Computer Science or Chemistry with strong emphasis on computational chemistry/machine learning and software development.


• Significant experience of full cycle software development, including design, implementation and deployment


• Experience with Windows and Linux environments


• Experience coding with at least one industry\-standard language commonly used for data analysis and web applications e.g. Python

• This role provides an exciting opportunity to be involved in one of the nine EPSRC funded AI Hubs funded to deliver next\-generation innovations and technologies.


• You will become part of Team AIchemy and have the opportunity to work with partners across the Hub and with other AI hubs.


• The opportunity to continue your career at a world\-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity


• Benefit from sector\-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes)


• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on\-site leisure facilities and a cycle\-to\-work scheme


• Interest\-free season ticket loan schemes for travel


• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

This is a full time and fixed term role until 31 January 2029\. You will be based at the White City Campus.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role. Staff working in roles that are suitable for hybrid working will normally be expected to work 60% of their time onsite. The opportunity for hybrid working will be discussed at interview.

If you require any further details on the role please contact: Prof Kim Jelfs – k.jelfs@imperial.ac.uk

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world\-changing impact.

Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.

As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.

Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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