AI Engineer (SEO/AIO Automation)

FUTURE PUBLISHING; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an AI Automation Specialist, where you will lead the charge in designing and implementing cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance SEO and content workflows. This remote role allows you to collaborate with diverse teams to automate processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. With a focus on innovation, you'll be at the forefront of AI-driven optimization, contributing to a culture that values creativity and inclusivity. Enjoy a flexible work environment with uncapped leave and opportunities for profit sharing, making this an exciting opportunity for tech enthusiasts eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit-sharing bonus

Referral rewards

Wellbeing support

Share Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in automation, software, or applied AI/ML engineering.
• Proficient in high-level programming languages like Python or Go.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy AI and automation solutions for SEO.
• Automate technical SEO checks and predictive performance analysis.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Applied AI/ML Engineering

SEO Principles

Python

Go

JavaScript/TypeScript

NLP

Git

CI/CD

Automated Testing

Tools

Temporal.io

n8n.io

Vector Databases

Job description

What you'll be doing

Future is seeking an experienced AI Automation Specialist. This role is pivotal in designing, building, and deploying applied AI and automation solutions focused on enhancing Future's Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and AI-driven Optimization (AIO - e.g., AI for content performance, audience insights) capabilities. You will collaborate with SEO specialists, Data Scientists, Editorial teams, Product Managers, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities.

You’ll automate tasks such as technical SEO checks, keyword clustering, meta optimization, content briefing, and predictive performance analysis using prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and modern AI infrastructure like vector databases and agents.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering of AI, you will lead the delivery of AI-driven automation projects—from concept to deployment—ensuring scalable systems with CI/CD and automated testing for SEO and content accuracy. This includes identifying and automating inefficient SEO and content workflows using tools such as Temporal.io, n8n.io, or custom programming in Python, Go, or Typescript.

You’ll work with SEO, Data Science, Editorial, and Engineering teams to integrate AI solutions that meet real-world needs. You'll also be an internal advocate and expert for AI in SEO, staying ahead of industry trends, sharing best practices, and supporting knowledge transfer through clear documentation and team engagement.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Experience in a technical role such as Automation, Software, or Applied AI/ML Engineering.
• Experience designing and implementing automation for content, data, or SEO using tools like Temporal, n8n, or custom scripts.
• Proficient in at least one high-level programming language such as Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Practical experience applying LLMs, NLP, and embeddings to real-world problems in content, SEO, or data workflows.
• Experience with SEO principles and curiosity about how AI impacts search engine behaviour (AIO).
• Familiar with modern software engineering practices including Git, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Clear communicator able to explain AI concepts and collaborate across all teams.
• Quick to adapt to new technologies, search trends, and AI developments.

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £40,000 - £60,000.

This is a remote-based role.

Plus more great perks, which include:

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time.
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus.
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future.
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistance Programmes.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan.

Internal job family level: Technology 3.

Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action—both online and off—through our websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts, and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities—and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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