Senior Applied AI Engineer - Client-Facing, Scaleup

Opus Recruitment Solutions; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 121,500 - 148,500; Full time

Job summary

Opus Recruitment Solutions is looking for a Senior/Lead Applied AI Engineer to join an innovative AI consultancy in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for building production-grade AI systems using your expertise in Python and SQL, and work on high-impact projects with leading organisations.

The ideal candidate will have strong client-facing skills, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for AI. Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment in a culture that values curiosity and continuous growth.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience building production-grade systems using modern data and software engineering practices.
• Expertise in Python, SQL, and scalable data architectures.
• Experience working with large language models and AI/ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Communicate complex ideas clearly in a client-facing role.
• Work with forward-thinking organisations on high-impact AI initiatives.
• Contribute to a mission focused on using AI responsibly and effectively.

Skills

Production-grade systems development

Python

SQL

Large language models

AI/ML frameworks

Client-facing communication

Problem-solving mindset

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Adaptability to new tools

Job description

Opus Recruitment Solutions is looking for a Senior/Lead Applied AI Engineer to join an innovative AI consultancy in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for building production-grade AI systems using your expertise in Python and SQL, and work on high-impact projects with leading organisations.

The ideal candidate will have strong client-facing skills, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for AI. Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment in a culture that values curiosity and continuous growth.