Research Technologist - Facial Recognition

Research Technologist - Facial Recognition

Salary: The starting salary is £53,459, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.

The salary is broken down as £50,531 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £55,103. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location : Southwark

Seeing is believing. And that’s the only way you’ll really get to know about our sophisticated technologies and how we’re using them to fight crime in the capital. We don’t say much, for obvious reasons, but suffice to say that we’re leading advancements in emerging technologies to deliver bespoke electronic and IT solutions in specialist areas to make London safer.

The Technology, Research and Innovation (TRI) team keeps the Met at the cutting-edge of tech. Our work is highly innovative, and no two projects are ever the same.

This role is an outstanding opportunity for somebody with hands-on experience working with facial recognition, imagery and video who wants to further develop and progress their test and evaluation skills. Some of the work involves horizon-scanning for new technology and how it can be used within policing, other work involves supporting new and existing tools and technologies. You will be working in an exciting scientific and innovative environment, delivering operational technology solutions to make London safer.

You will be part of a dedicated team who explore technology solutions and concepts for unique business issues. You will use all of your hands-on evaluative skills and subject matter experience to contribute to the evaluation and development of facial recognition systems to be used by the MPS.

Have other technology skills?

Even if you do not feel you have had enough experience in some of the things that you think we do, we value the range of backgrounds that those joining us have come from, making this a perfect environment to grow into. Some of the qualities and abilities that our team have cannot easily be put into a job advert, so go ahead and apply, let us know what interests you about this role. We look forward to hearing from you.

If you do not feel your experience entirely fits the role, we have other roles within this space that you may be interested in. We are keen to hear from people with different skillsets and you may be a far better fit than you realise.

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.

Please do not use AI to generate a CV or personal statement for you, as we may discount your application if it appears to have been used.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 16 September 2025.