At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead generative AI projects, mentor peers, and design innovative AI solutions.
- Company: Join a cutting-edge AI Centre of Excellence with a collaborative spirit.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on innovation and ethical AI practices.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in AI while working with the latest technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience with LLMs and strong backend engineering skills required.
Senior AI Engineer – AI Centre of Excellence
About the role
Lead generative AI initiatives, mentor peers, set engineering standards, and design and deploy AI solutions to enhance products and processes.
Responsibilities
- Partner with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to research, validate, and deliver high‑impact Generative AI use cases.
- Design and build APIs and microservices that integrate AI capabilities into internal and external workflows.
- Develop, fine‑tune, and deploy LLM‑based applications (e.g., chatbots, assistants, knowledge extraction tools).
- Architect scalable AI infrastructure on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), leveraging containerisation and IaC.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and enforce best practices for secure, compliant AI deployment.
- Build intuitive interfaces that enable teams to interact effectively with AI‑driven features.
- Continuously optimise performance, reliability, and scalability of AI systems.
Qualifications
- Hands‑on experience with LLMs (such as GPT, BERT, Llama, Gemini) and applying them to real‑world problems.
- Strong backend engineering expertise, including RESTful APIs and micro‑services design.
- Proficiency in Python/JavaScript and familiarity with AI frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Pydantic).
- Solid understanding of cloud computing (AWS, GCP, or Azure), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform).
- Proven problem‑solving skills and ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in C# or Java.
- Front‑end development experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks such as React.
- Experience developing Generative AI applications, including model fine‑tuning and prototyping.
- Awareness of ethical AI practices and emerging standards in AI governance.
- Track record of rapid prototyping with measurable ROI.
- Familiarity with distributed systems and large‑scale data processing.
- Contributions to open‑source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio.
- High technical curiosity and eagerness to learn new platforms.
- Experience in the payments industry (strong plus).
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Senior AI Engineer employer: 0026 Checkout Technology Ltd
At Checkout.com, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our London headquarters is not just a workplace; it's a thriving environment where employees are empowered to take ownership of their roles, supported by a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. With a strong focus on personal and professional growth, we provide ample opportunities for development, ensuring that every team member can make a meaningful impact in the fast-paced world of fintech.
Contact Details:
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