AI & Software Lab Engineer

National Technician Development Centre; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Technical Officer in AI & Software Development for the Digital Arts team. The role involves providing specialist technical support, managing studio spaces, and delivering AI/software development sessions to students and academics.

We are looking for hands-on expertise in AI, machine learning, and software workflows with emphasis on GPU compute systems. Strong communication and proactive customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with AI, ML and software development in a lab teaching environment.
• Strong GPU/AI compute administration experience preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate and teach to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Support staff and students at customer-facing specialist counters and support areas.
• Assist in managing studio spaces and providing technical skills sessions to students and academics.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Hugging Face

GPU and AI compute systems

data and model workflow management

local inference and model deployment

Tools

CUDA

cuDNN

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Technical Officer in AI & Software Development for the Digital Arts team. The role involves providing specialist technical support, managing studio spaces, and delivering AI/software development sessions to students and academics.

We are looking for hands-on expertise in AI, machine learning, and software workflows with emphasis on GPU compute systems. Strong communication and proactive customer service are essential.