AI Engineer - Newcastle or Erskine (SC Cleared)

Job Description

Job Title: AI Engineer – Newcastle or Erskine

Location: Newcastle, UK or Erskine Scotland

Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Remote Work: Hybrid options available

The role will require a sole UK national eligible for SC clearance.

About The Role

We’re looking for a talented and forward-thinking AI Engineer to join our innovative team in the Newcastle or Erskine area. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies and contribute to transformative projects across multiple domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize Transformer-based architectures (GPT, LLaMA, Mistral, Claude)
• Fine-tune large language models for domain-specific applications
• Implement advanced prompt engineering strategies
• Leverage Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for enhanced contextual performance
• Build intelligent agents using frameworks like LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen
• Apply reinforcement learning techniques including Q-learning, policy gradients, and RLlib
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into scalable products
• Ensure best practices in data engineering and contribute to architectural decisions
• Contribute to the mentoring and development of junior team members.
• Support senior team members in identifying and addressing data science opportunities.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience with Transformer models and LLMs (GPT, LLaMA, Mistral, Claude)
• Strong background in fine-tuning and prompt engineering
• Hands-on experience with RAG pipelines
• Familiarity with Agent Frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen)
• Solid understanding of reinforcement learning concepts and tools (Q-learning, policy gradients, RLlib)
• Azure AI Engineer Associate certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Typically, 6+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 2+ years in a similar role.
• Proficiencies in data cleansing, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization
• Continuous learner that stays abreast with industry knowledge and technology
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful AI projects with real-world applications
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work culture
  
  

Ready to shape the future of AI?

Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, creativity, and excellence.

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