Junior AI Software Engineer

Tech Recruitment Specialists Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training program

Career progression opportunities

Mentorship

Job summary

Tech Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a Junior AI Software Engineer for an entry-level, full-time role with on-the-job training. No prior AI or software development experience required; beginners are welcome to apply.

You will complete a 2-month training and induction, then contribute to real AI projects under guidance from experienced engineers. The role offers a £40,000 starting salary and clear progression into software development, AI engineering, data science, and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• No prior AI, software development, or IT experience required.
• A-Level or equivalent education.
• Structured training and induction programme.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and testing of AI-based software applications.
• Write, review, and debug code under guidance from senior developers.
• Learn and apply software engineering best practices and version control.
• Support project teams with data preparation and integration tasks.
• Participate in team meetings, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Team player

Interest in technology

AI ethics awareness

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Junior AI Software Engineers, no previous experience in AI, software development, or IT is required. Whether you're looking to start your first role in tech or make a complete career change, this opportunity is designed to give you a structured path into the growing field of artificial intelligence and software engineering.

This is a full-time, entry level position offering full on-the-job training.

Your journey will begin with a 2 month training and induction programme, where you'll learn the practical skills needed to succeed in your role.

From there, you'll continue to develop your knowledge while contributing to real world projects alongside experienced engineers.

Education Requirement: A-Level or equivalent

Why This Role is Right for You

This role is ideal if you are looking to start your career in AI and software engineering and want the opportunity to develop your technical skills in a real working environment. You do not need previous professional experience in AI or software development. We are looking for motivated individuals who are curious about technology, enjoy solving problems and are keen to learn. You will receive structured training and hands on experience, giving you the foundation to build a long term career in AI and software engineering.

What We Offer

£40,000 starting salary

Full-time, permanent position

A structured 2 month training and induction programme to get you up to speed

Career progression opportunities into software development, AI engineering, data science, and more

A supportive team environment where continuous learning is encouraged

Work on real AI driven software projects with hands on mentorship

Key Responsibilities

After completing the training programme, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the development and testing of AI based software applications
• Writing, reviewing, and debugging code under guidance from senior developers
• Learning and applying best practices in software engineering and version control
• Supporting project teams with data preparation and integration tasks
• Participating in team meetings, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Logical thinker with good attention to detail
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Interest in technology and a desire to build a long term career in the tech industry
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of AI ethics, including fairness, transparency, accountability, and responsible use of data and algorithms