Tech Lead: Scalable LLM Systems & Production

Opus Recruitment Solutions; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Tech Lead to join their LLM team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will own the architecture and deployment of models impacting millions globally. Your responsibilities include leading coding efforts, managing the model lifecycle, and developing advanced classification systems. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in shipping AI/LLM products at scale, alongside deep technical skills in Python and PyTorch. This role promises significant autonomy and engagement in solving complex challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven experience shipping AI / LLM products at scale.
• Deep technical skills in Python, PyTorch, and modern LLM stacks.
• A builder’s mindset: fast, pragmatic, and obsessed with quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and code: Architect systems, mentor engineers, and stay hands-on in Python / PyTorch.
• Own the model lifecycle from fine-tuning to designing RAG pipelines.
• Develop classifiers and safety systems for smarter moderation.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

AI / LLM products

Model lifecycle management

Systems architecture

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Tech Lead to join their LLM team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will own the architecture and deployment of models impacting millions globally. Your responsibilities include leading coding efforts, managing the model lifecycle, and developing advanced classification systems. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in shipping AI/LLM products at scale, alongside deep technical skills in Python and PyTorch. This role promises significant autonomy and engagement in solving complex challenges.