The company:

Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.

Job Title: Senior AI Engineer

Department: Vehicle Dynamics

As a Senior AI Engineer, you'll be critical to the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and machine learning models that drive performance improvements and operational efficiency within our Technical team. With an emphasis on AI model development, optimization algorithms, and scalable pipelines, the Senior AI Engineer will work across teams to implement high-impact AI solutions. This role requires significant experience in developing, training, and operationalizing complex AI models, as well as mentoring junior engineers and driving technical excellence.

You will collaborate on specific projects across various departments (e.g., Aero Development, Vehicle Dynamics and Performance, Operations and other functions).

Key Objectives:

• Lead the execution of AI models, algorithms, and pipelines, ensuring their successful deployment across vehicle performance, race strategy optimization, and operational decision-making.

• Design, develop, and train cutting-edge AI models, including deep learning and reinforcement learning models, to deliver advanced performance insights.

• Ensure robust and scalable machine learning pipelines for real-time simulation, data fusion, and optimization of vehicle dynamics.

• Oversee the implementation of AI-driven anomaly detection and predictive analytics models to enhance vehicle performance and operational efficiencies.

• Mentor and guide junior AI engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge-sharing within the team.

• Drive the exploration and adoption of new AI technologies and techniques (e.g., transformers, LLMs), ensuring the team stays at the forefront of the latest developments.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Extensive experience in developing and deploying complex AI and machine learning models, including deep learning and reinforcement learning approaches.

• Strong knowledge of AI and data technologies, with expertise in Python (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and C++ as a plus.

• Demonstrated experience in developing scalable AI pipelines and integrating models into real-time systems.

• Experience with LLMs, model interpretability, and explainable AI techniques.

• Proven track record of managing and executing multiple high-impact AI projects, balancing delivery speed with quality.

• Ability to communicate complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What can Williams offer?

The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.

Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments