AI Workflow Engineer

Dept; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech agency seeks an AI Workflow Engineer to join their EMEA Data & AI team in London. In this role, you will build innovative solutions to enhance media and marketing workflows, leveraging AI technologies. You’ll work collaboratively across teams to develop proof-of-concepts and automate internal processes, focusing on practical applications of AI and data science. A competitive salary, hybrid working model, and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working policy

Pension plan

Free private healthcare

Mental health support

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in AI/ML development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and relevant AI libraries.
• Understanding of marketing workflows and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and build AI-powered workflow automation solutions.
• Develop POCs to streamline content and campaign management.
• Create API integrations between marketing tools.

Skills

Python

AI libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face)

Workflow automation

Statistical analysis

API integration

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering

Tools

N8N

AirTable

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

DEPT/AI has a single mission: to make the best work in the industry using AI to enhance everything we do. This role sits within our EMEA Data & AI practice, which has deep expertise in leveraging AI. The team includes data strategists, consultants, data scientists and analysts that work alongside DEPT teams around the world across different services – from commerce, to full-funnel media, content engineering to internal operations. You will be solving some of the hardest and most challenging problems facing some of the best loved brands in the world – and doing this alongside an experienced team.

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a talented and passionate AI Workflow Engineer to join our growing Data Science & AI team. As an AI Workflow Engineer, you will be responsible for building innovative proof-of-concepts (POCs) and collaborate with our product teams to convert them into production ready solutions that make media and marketing teams more efficient and effective in their internal workflows. You will bridge the gap between technical AI capabilities and practical business applications, using bespoke coding and modern low-code/no-code automation platforms in an ever changing marketing landscape.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and build intelligent workflow automation solutions for media and marketing teams using AI-powered tools and frameworks
• Develop POCs that demonstrate how AI can streamline content creation, campaign management, reporting, and media production workflows.
• Build custom AI solutions using AI & ML frameworks, and cloud technologies
• Implement workflow automation using low-code/no-code platforms when applicable
• Create API integrations between marketing tools, CRM systems, and content management platforms using MCP or alternative protocols.
• Perform statistical analysis including A/B testing, causal inference, and experimental design to build the business case of POC’s
• Work closely with data engineers, media consultants and clients to ensure seamless integration of your solution to create business impact
• Translate business requirements into technical workflow specifications
• Conduct demos and training sessions to help teams adopt new AI-powered workflows
• Stay current with emerging AI workflow tools and automation platforms, and Marketing Tech developments

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in AI/ML development with a focus on practical applications
• Strong proficiency in Python and relevant AI libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face)
• Hands-on experience with workflow automation platforms like N8N, AirTable, and proven track-record.
• Experience with AI agent development and testing methodologies using Google ADK, LangGraph, Llamaindex
• Understanding of marketing and media workflows (content creation, campaign management, social media automation)
• Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Version control proficiency (Git) and collaborative development practices
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on practical, business-driven solutions
• Being located and directly available to work in the UK

WE OFFER

• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies
• Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
• Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified B Corp since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
• Global annual DEPT Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE?

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, and your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our client's problems, no matter where you are in the world.

DEPT is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here .

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