Senior Developer - AI

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company is seeking a Senior Developer focused on AI innovation. This role involves leading the development of high-performance applications, exploring new technologies in AI/ML, and working closely with a talented team. With a competitive salary, equity options, and hybrid flexibility, this position offers a unique opportunity for impactful contributions while fostering career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Equity

Hybrid Flexibility

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Direct collaboration with leadership

Fast-Track Career Growth

High-Autonomy Culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years in professional software development.
• Experience in leading AI/ML initiatives.
• Deep curiosity and passion for technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, high-performance applications using modern frameworks.
• Design and implement AI/ML solutions for compliance automation.
• Build intuitive frontends and robust backends.

Skills

Python

AI/ML

Full-stack development

Job description

Senior Developer - AI-Focused (Hybrid - NI)

We're looking for a Senior Developer to join an elite team and take the lead in embedding artificial intelligence (AI) across their platform.

Reporting directly to the CTO, you'll play a key role in architecting and building the core product. This is a rare opportunity to combine full-stack development with cutting-edge AI innovation in a high-impact environment.

What You'll Do

• Build and Scale: Develop secure, high-performance applications using Python and modern frameworks.
• Drive AI/ML Innovation: Design and implement AI/ML solutions to enhance compliance automation.
• Lead Front to Back: Build intuitive frontends with modern JS frameworks and robust backends.
• Set the Standard: Champion code quality, performance, and security.
• Collaborate Deeply: Partner with founders, engineers, and designers to bring ideas to life.
• Stay Ahead: Constantly explore new technologies - especially in AI/ML - and drive their adoption.
• Own It: Operate with autonomy and accountability, shaping the future of our engineering culture.

Who You Are

• Experienced - 4+ years in professional software development, with expertise in Python and AI/ML.
• Extreme Ownership - You don't wait to be told. You lead, solve problems, and deliver.
• Technically Passionate - You're deeply curious and stay ahead of the curve in AI/tech.

Whats On Offer

• Competitive Salary & Equity - Regular reviews, performance-linked options, and real upside.
• Hybrid Flexibility - 3 days in-office, 2 days remote.
• Generous Time Off - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Private medical and dental cover.
• Founders at Your Side - Direct collaboration with leadership on big initiatives.
• Fast-Track Career Growth - Be part of an early-stage rocketship.
• High-Autonomy Culture - Low bureaucracy. Minimal meetings. Maximum ownership.