Gen AI Engineering Manager

Metrica Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital leader in the UK seeks a passionate full-stack engineer focusing on Generative AI. The role involves designing and scaling applications and collaborating on cloud-ready infrastructures. Ideal candidates possess strong backend and frontend development skills, know GenAI frameworks, and are effective communicators. The company offers a flexible hybrid work model that balances office and remote work, enabling you to thrive professionally while having a positive impact on society.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Structured training and certifications in AI areas

Opportunities for internal innovation

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in backend and frontend development.
• Experience with GenAI frameworks and LLMs.
• Familiarity with vector databases such as PGVector and MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Develop and scale GenAI proof-of-concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Build intelligent applications using RAG pipelines.
• Design and deliver full-stack solutions for AI projects.

Skills

Backend development

Frontend development

GenAI frameworks

Cloud platforms

Agile team experience

Stakeholder communication

People management

Tools

PGVector

MongoDB

Job description

As part of a global digital leader, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that tackle complex challenges and create a positive impact on society. Here, your ideas and expertise can help build a better future for everyone.

They are now seeking people who are passionate about using technology to make a real difference. You’ll join a forward-thinking team that values inclusion, sustainability, and innovation, while encouraging you to shape the career you want.

They offer flexible hybrid working arrangements that balance time in the office, at home, and with clients, so you can achieve a healthy work‑life balance and deliver your best work. You’ll agree the right approach for your role and team when you come on board.

The organisation is now looking for a full‑stack engineer with a passion for Generative AI. In this role, you’ll design, build, and scale applications that leverage the latest in AI technologies.

What you’ll be working on:

• Developing and scaling GenAI proof‑of‑concepts into production‑ready solutions
• Building intelligent applications using RAG pipelines and AI agents
• Designing and delivering full‑stack solutions across AI and non‑AI projects
• Contributing to robust, cloud‑ready infrastructure for end‑to‑end deployments
• Staying hands‑on with emerging technologies and experimenting with new tools
• Sharing expertise through mentoring and team collaboration

Extra opportunities:

• Engage in proposals, bids, and client demos
• Shape internal innovation via whitepapers, campaigns, and thought leadership
• Access structured training and certifications in high‑demand AI areas

Perfect for engineers who want to combine technical depth with real‑world impact in one of the fastest‑moving areas of tech.

Your Experience

• Technical Expertise across backend development, frontend development, GenAI frameworks, LLMs and cloud platforms
• Experience with vector databases, e.g. PGVector, MongoDB
• Experience working in an agile team environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, adapting your approach based on the audience and context
• Experience in leading projects and people management