Lead AI Engineer – GenAI and ML

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Exeter is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to drive the development of Generative AI solutions. The successful candidate will combine expertise in AI and software engineering to create impactful AI tools while collaborating across teams to enhance AI adoption within the organization. This hybrid role offers flexibility and the opportunity to shape the future of AI at the company.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Generative AI technologies and ML techniques.
• Proficient in TypeScript and Python.
• Knowledge of MLOps and CI/CD best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of GenAI solutions and internal platforms.
• Write maintainable code in TypeScript and Python.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Generative AI technologies

MLOps practices

TypeScript

Python

Agile team collaboration

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Packer

Vertex AI

Azure ML

Job description

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Hybrid - Basingsotoke (3 days in office per week)

We are looking for a Lead AI Engineer to define and deliver the next phase of AI for our client. This role combines deep expertise in GenAI with strong hands-on experience in classical machine learning. You will play a key role in building internal AI tools, integrating scalable ML systems, and shaping how AI is used across the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of GenAI solutions including LLMs, embeddings, and retrieval-based systems
• Design, build, and support internal platforms that help engineering teams adopt AI effectively
• Guide the adoption of classical machine learning models that address practical business problems
• Write high-quality, maintainable code in TypeScript and Python
• Drive excellence in MLOps practices including model deployment, monitoring, and governance
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and security teams to ensure solutionsare secure and reliable
• Coach and mentor junior engineers and contribute to the overall strategy of the AI platform

What You Will Need

• Hands-on experience with Generative AI technologies such as LLMs, prompt engineering, and vector-based search
• Strong foundation in traditional ML techniques such as regression, classification, and clustering
• Proficiency in both TypeScript and Python for building robust applications and tools
• Knowledge of MLOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and software delivery best practices
• Experience deploying ML models into production environments using cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP
• Ability to work in agile teams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Packer, or ML platforms like Vertex AI and Azure ML
• Familiarity with cloud AI services such as Azure Vision or Google Vision AI
• Understanding of modern application architecture, including API-first design and service-oriented patterns
• Background in AI safety, model evaluation, or secure model deployment

This role is for someone who can combine strong software engineering skills with deep AI knowledge to build products that drive impact. If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.