Technical AI Consultant - Contract

VIQU IT; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative AI startup in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced AI Technical Consultant for a hands-on contract role. The position involves operating at both technical and advisory levels to help shape and deliver AI-driven solutions. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance, supporting delivery across the project lifecycle, and ensuring scalable, ethical solutions. The ideal candidate has proven experience in AI roles, strong machine learning knowledge, and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AI Consultant, AI Engineer, or similar technical role.
• Strong understanding of machine learning, AI frameworks, and deployment practices.
• Experience working with startups or fast-paced environments.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior contract experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical advisor on AI architecture, model selection, and implementation.
• Work closely with engineering and product teams to deliver AI solutions end-to-end.
• Provide hands-on input across model development, deployment, and optimisation.
• Support stakeholders with technical decision-making and best practice.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, ethical, and aligned with business objectives.

Skills

AI architecture

Machine learning

Technical advisory

Complex concept communication

Tools

AI frameworks

Deployment practices

Job description

AI Technical Consultant - Contract

Rate: £700 per day

Contract Length: 3-6 months

Location: Flexible / Hybrid (depending on candidate)

An exciting AI startup is looking for an experienced AI Technical Consultant to join them on a critical project phase. This is a hands‑on contract role suited to someone who can operate at both a technical and advisory level, helping shape, deliver, and optimise AI‑driven solutions.

You’ll work closely with founders, engineers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable AI solutions, provide technical guidance, and support delivery across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a technical advisor on AI architecture, model selection, and implementation
• Work closely with engineering and product teams to deliver AI solutions end‑to‑end
• Provide hands‑on input across model development, deployment, and optimisation
• Support stakeholders with technical decision‑making and best practice
• Ensure solutions are scalable, ethical, and aligned with business objectives

Required Experience

• Proven experience as an AI Consultant, AI Engineer, or similar technical role
• Strong understanding of machine learning, AI frameworks, and deployment practices
• Experience working with startups or fast‑paced environments
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Prior contract experience is highly desirable

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a high‑growth AI startup, influence key technical decisions, and deliver real impact in a short timeframe.

If you’re interested email me at (url removed)