Data and AI Engineer

Jefferson Frank; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to structured career development

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Jefferson Frank is looking for a Data & AI Engineer to work hybrid from Manchester or Newcastle. You will design, build, and maintain data pipelines, integrating data and developing AI-enabled solutions for business-critical applications.

The successful candidate will possess strong skills in Python and SQL, with a proven background in data engineering or similar. This role offers the chance to work on impactful data and AI initiatives in a collaborative engineering culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Data Engineer, Data Developer, AI Engineer or similar role.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building scalable data pipelines, datasets, and data models.
• Integrating data from multiple structured and unstructured sources.
• Developing advanced analytics, machine learning and AI solutions.

Skills

Python programming

SQL skills

Data pipeline development

Problem-solving

Cloud data platforms

Job description

Data & AI Engineer - Up to £50,000

Location: Newcastle or Manchester - Hybrid

Security Clearance: UK SC eligibility required

The Opportunity

We are supporting a leading organisation within the Technology and Data space that deliver large-scale, technology-enabled transformations. This team specialises in building modern, data-driven solutions that enable better decision-making, automation, and innovation.

This role is ideal for a Data Engineer or AI Engineer who enjoys working across the full data lifecycle and wants to build practical, scalable solutions using modern data and AI technologies.

The Role

As a Data & AI Engineer, you will design, build and maintain data pipelines, analytical platforms and AI-enabled capabilities that support business-critical use cases. You will work closely with analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into robust, production-ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and building scalable data pipelines, datasets, and data models
• Integrating data from multiple structured and unstructured sources
• Developing advanced analytics, machine learning and AI solutions where appropriate
• Building Generative AI solutions using large language models and prompt/context engineering
• Ensuring data quality, reliability, and performance through testing and monitoring
• Optimising data and model performance for scale and efficiency

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in a Data Engineer, Data Developer, AI Engineer or similar role
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL
• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines
• Exposure to cloud data platforms, data warehouses, or big data technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Security & Compliance

Appointment to this role is subject to eligibility for and successful attainment of UK Security Check (SC) clearance.

Working Model

Hybrid working with a Manchester or Newcastle base.

Why Apply?

• Work on high-impact, enterprise-scale data and AI initiatives
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of industries and complex systems
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive engineering culture
• Access structured career development, training and progression opportunities