Lead AI Engineer, AI Collaboration Centre

HIRANI; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulster University in partnership with Queen’s University seeks a Principal AI Engineer for the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) in Northern Ireland. You will lead a team of AI/ML engineers and drive collaborative R&D with industry partners to deliver real-world value from AI across diverse sectors.

The role requires a degree in AI/Data Science/CS and a proven senior leadership track, with a history of delivering ambitious AI solutions on tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree in AI, Data Science, CS or a related discipline.
• Significant senior leadership experience in AI, data science, or related fields.
• Proven track record delivering ambitious AI solutions to industrial clients on tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day AI/ML engineering work and strategy for the team.
• Frame and deliver collaborative R&D with companies across sectors.
• Collaborate with academics and industry partners to translate research into real-world value.

Skills

Senior technical leadership

AI / Data Science

Industry project delivery

Education

Degree in Artificial Intelligence / Data Science / Computer Science

Job description

Ulster University in partnership with Queen’s University seeks a Principal AI Engineer for the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) in Northern Ireland. You will lead a team of AI/ML engineers and drive collaborative R&D with industry partners to deliver real-world value from AI across diverse sectors.

The role requires a degree in AI/Data Science/CS and a proven senior leadership track, with a history of delivering ambitious AI solutions on tight deadlines.