Software Engineer (AI/ML)

CommonAI CIC; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Cambridge seeks a Software Engineer (AI/ML) to build smart systems using open source technologies. Ideal candidates have strong programming skills in Python or Rust and experience with AI frameworks like PyTorch. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a vibrant office environment close to public transport.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a technical field.
• Proven experience contributing to open source projects.
• Desire to work in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Build smart systems leveraging AI/ML technologies.
• Participate actively in open source communities.

Skills

Excellent programming abilities with Python

Experience with PyTorch

Deep understanding of open source development

Exceptional communication skills

Familiarity with Docker

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Tensorflow

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

CommonAI CIC is a non-profit membership organisation, founded on a belief in collaborative engineering for the safe and responsible development of foundational AI technologies. A place where AI startups, enterprises large and small, public sector bodies and academia can share resources and knowledge, to codevelop and grow businesses, fast.

As a Software Engineer (AI/ML) you will help build smart systems, and their components, that leverage the latest open source artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to solve real world challenges. Open development is at the heart of what we do and we encourage our engineers to play an active role in open source communities.

Requirements

• Excellent programming abilities with experience in relevant languages (Python, Rust, C++ and/or Go)
• Experience with relevant libraries/tools (PyTorch, Tensorflow, Neo4j) and/or AI accelerators (GPU, TPU) is a plus
• Deep understanding of open source development processes (RFCs/proposals, GitHub pull requests) with demonstrable contributions to open source projects and/or communities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Some familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) and cloud (AWS, GCP) application deployment including monitoring (Grafana)
• Desire to work in a rapidly evolving startup environment where you will have a high impact
• Strong academic background with at least a Bachelor\'s degree in a technical field. Postgraduate degrees are preferred and research experience is valued

Benefits

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• The opportunity to have a high impact in a growing organisation
• Competitive salary package and pension
• Professional development opportunities
• Networking opportunities with influential people from across the tech sector and academia
• A vibrant office environment located a few minutes walk away from Cambridge train station

CommonAI CIC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.