AI Data and Infrastructure Engineer

Hugh James; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks an AI Data and Infrastructure Engineer for its AI Team in Cardiff. This role, ideal for recent graduates, involves developing AI-powered tools and maintaining API integrations. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and knowledge of Python. Benefits include hybrid working, paid professional fees, and a minimum of 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Two Corporate Social Responsibility days

Hybrid working

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with interest in AI.
• Experience with AI frameworks like OpenAI or N8N.
• Understanding of machine learning fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in AI-powered tools development across the business.
• Build and maintain API integrations.
• Support design and implementation of RAG pipelines.

Skills

Knowledge of Python

Problem-solving skills

Analytical thinking

Eagerness to learn new technologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Data Science

Tools

APIs (RESTful or GraphQL)

Microsoft Azure

OpenAI

Job description

Overview

Hugh James is a leading UK law firm headquartered in Cardiff, recognised for combining traditional legal excellence with forward-thinking innovation. As part of our ongoing digital transformation, we are investing heavily in Artificial Intelligence to enhance client service, operational efficiency, and the overall employee experience. The role We are seeking an AI Data and Infrastructure Engineer to join our dedicated AI Team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a strong interest in artificial intelligence, automation, and software integration. You will support the firms AI implementation strategy, working on real-world projects that connect AI technologies such as ChatGPT Enterprise to our internal systems. Youll help develop and maintain API integrations, implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions, and assist in building secure, scalable AI-driven tools that directly impact how our legal and support teams work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and deployment of AI-powered tools and applications across the business.
• Build and maintain API integrations between ChatGPT Enterprise and core business systems (e.g., case management, document management, and practice management platforms).
• Support the design and implementation of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines to enable secure, contextual access to internal knowledge sources.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and business teams to prototype, test, and deploy AI workflows.
• Monitor AI system performance, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Keep up to date with emerging AI technologies and best practices to inform future developments.

Skills & Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, a related discipline or relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Python and experience working with APIs (RESTful or GraphQL).
• Understanding of machine learning fundamentals and cloud-based AI platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Eagerness to learn and apply new technologies in practical business environments.
• Experience with OpenAI, N8N, or other AI frameworks.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, Power Automate, or Microsoft 365 integrations.
• Understanding of data privacy, security, and ethical AI principles.

Life at Hugh James

We never shy away from a challenge. We are a leading, full-service UK law firm. Since our beginning, we have been led by the things that matter. We care about fighting for the right outcomes, solving the seemingly unsolvable, protecting businesses, individuals and livelihoods, supporting our people and communities, safeguarding our planet. Our culture emphasises an entrepreneurial spirit with offices in Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Plymouth serving clients from various sectors. Our values drive us to be bigger, better, and bolder than ever before.

Benefits

• Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Two Corporate Social Responsibility days
• Birthday day off
• Death in service equivalent to twice annual salary
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts for local businesses
• Professional fees paid (subject to requirement for your role)
• Employee recruitment incentive scheme
• Hugh James is an equal opportunities and disability confident committed employer.

How to apply

Thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity. If you have questions, please contact Jo Herbert.