Senior AI Engineer

Sanderson Government & Defence; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to lead a small team in applying cutting-edge AI advancements. The role involves engaging with clients to translate AI concepts into actionable insights. A current DV clearance is essential, and the ideal candidate will have a proven background in generative AI and excellent communication skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact mission-driven solutions in a sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with generative AI, LLMs, or advanced machine learning.
• Strong understanding of state-of-the-art AI research and its practical translation into applied systems.
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills.
• Experience leading small technical teams or research groups.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small technical team to identify and adapt the latest developments in AI.
• Communicate complex ideas effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients.
• Plan and oversee high-quality research and development projects.

Skills

Generative AI

LLMs

Customer-facing communication

Analytical skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior AI Engineer to lead a small, high-performing team researching and applying cutting-edge advances in artificial intelligence. You will bridge the gap between state-of-the-art AI research and real-world mission impact, helping clients understand and harness transformative technologies in a secure and sensitive environment.

You will be joining an experienced and collaborative team playing a key role in shaping the AI research direction and delivering innovative, high-trust solutions to our partners.

A current DV clearance is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead AI Research & Innovation:
  Direct a small technical team to identify, evaluate and adapt the latest developments in generative AI, LLMs, and related technologies.
• Translate Advanced AI Concepts:
  Communicate complex technical ideas clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring that clients understand both the opportunities and limitations of AI technologies.
• Client Engagement & Advisory:
  Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, providing insight and recommendations on how advanced AI can be responsibly and effectively integrated into their missions.
• Project Delivery & Leadership:
  Plan, oversee, and deliver high-quality research and development projects. Act as a technical lead and mentor to junior engineers, fostering an environment of curiosity, innovation, and excellence.

You Will Have

• Proven experience working with generative AI, LLMs, or advanced machine learning
• A strong understanding of state-of-the-art AI research and its practical translation into applied systems.
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts simply and clearly.
• Experience leading small technical teams or research groups.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical leadership
• Experience managing internal and external stakeholders across diverse technical and operational environments.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

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