AI Scientist

Join our journey to create a new experience for the National Lottery and help us to power change for the greater good.

About us:

We are Allwyn UK, part of the Allwyn Entertainment Group – a multi-national lottery operator with a market-leading presence in Austria, the Czech Republic, Greece, Cyprus and Italy.  We are the operator of the Fourth Licence (10 year licence) for the National Lottery since February 2024.

‍We’ve developed ground-breaking technologies, built player protection frameworks, and have a proven track record of making lotteries better.  Our aim is to create one of the UK’s most inclusive organisations – where people can bring the best of themselves, to do their best work, every day, for the benefit of good causes.

While the main contribution of the National Lottery to society is through the funds to good causes, at Allwyn we put our purpose and values at the heart of everything we do.  Join us as we embark on a once-in-a-lifetime, largescale transformation journey to build a bigger, better, and safer National Lottery that delivers more money to good causes.  

Role Purpose:

As an AI Scientist, you will be at the forefront of using GenAI tools to build our AI capabilities, contributing to revenue generating and efficiency gain initiatives.

Role Responsibilities:

·       Use latest tools, algorithms and concepts in GenAI to deliver working solutions to generate revenue and for efficiency gain

·       Collaborating with cross-functional teams, sharing findings, and contributing to the development of innovative AI solutions

·       Implementing advanced AI techniques, machine learning models, and mathematical frameworks to enhance system capabilities

·       Integrating research outcomes with existing AI systems and databases to advance technological capabilities

·       Continuously optimising, troubleshooting, and debugging AI algorithms based on research outcomes and evolving business needs

·       Staying ahead emerging technologies in AI research to propose innovative solutions

Key Measures of Success:

·       Utilising GenAI tools to deliver use-cases into production

·       Driving innovations in AI

·       Optimising algorithmic performance

·       Implementing advanced AI monitoring techniques

Key Skills and Experience:

In the key role of an AI Scientist, you will be instrumental in driving our AI initiatives forward. Your role will contribute to constant improvements in AI algorithms, methodologies, and overall technological innovation.

·       A degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field

·       Proficiency in programming languages and tools for AI development such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar

·       In-depth knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and statistical modeling

·       At least 2 years of experience in GenAI, preferably within regulated industry

·       Familiarity with mathematical frameworks relevant to AI research

·       Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team

·       Excellent communication skills

·       Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

·       Adaptability to evolving research methodologies and industry trends

·       Time management and organisational abilities

Our goal is to create one of the UK’s most inclusive organisations – where people can bring the best of themselves, to do their best work, every day, for the benefit of good causes.

Allwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer which prides itself in being diverse and inclusive. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or victimisation in the workplace. All employment decisions at Allwyn are based on the business needs, the job requirements, and the individual qualifications. Allwyn encourages applications from individuals regardless of age, disability (visible or hidden), sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Benefits

• 26 days paid leave (plus bank holidays) 

• Annual bonus scheme 

• 2 x Life Days 

• 4 x Salary of Life Insurance 

• Pension: we’ll match your contribution up to 8.5% 

• Single Private Health Cover 

• £500 Wellness Allowance 

• Income Protection 

• Enhanced parental leave (maternity and paternity) 

• Eye Care, Dental and Cycle To Work schemes