Ai Engineer

We're looking for an experienced AI Consultant / Engineer to join an innovative technology team working on intelligent solutions that make a real impact. In this role, you'll use cutting-edge machine learning techniques and large language models to design, implement, and optimise AI-driven systems that enhance productivity and solve complex business problems.

If you're passionate about AI, thrive in fast-moving environments, and love building innovative solutions from scratch, this could be the perfect role for you.

• Building and refining LLM-based agents, including retrieval-augmented generation and data retrieval systems.

• Designing AI-powered system architecture using Python, Java, and SQL/NoSQL databases.

• Fine-tuning models (LLMs & SLMs) and developing machine learning applications to drive measurable results.

• Staying ahead of open-source AI trends and integrating the best tools into the tech stack.

• Prototyping, testing, and refining AI applications to improve accuracy and performance.

• Writing clean, modular Python code and performing rapid data processing and feature engineering.

• Identifying and prioritising opportunities for AI implementation based on business needs and feedback.

• Translating complex technical concepts into clear, accessible explanations for stakeholders.

Essential:

• Strong experience with Gen AI, NLP, and machine learning.

• Proven ability to create, train, and fine-tune LLMs/SLMs.

• Skills in prompt engineering and RAG (retrieval-augmented generation).

• Solid background in Python, Java, and database technologies (SQL/NoSQL).

• Experience in crawling/web scraping and API development.

• Experience with on-premise AI development (local LLMs, model deployment, open-source frameworks).

Desirable:

• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and solution architecture.

• Broad understanding of machine learning algorithms and principles.

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE

• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Defined contribution pension (up to 8.5% employer contribution)

• Private medical insurance & health cover options

• Flexible benefits allowance (e.g. dental, gym, travel insurance, holiday buy/sell)

• Life assurance & income protection

• Hybrid working with some on-site collaboration in Surrey