Lead Agentic AI Engineer

Lead Agentic AI Engineer

Full-Time 72000 - 88000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop cutting-edge AI solutions using Microsoft technologies.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company at the forefront of AI innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on collaboration and creativity.
  • Why this job: Lead impactful AI projects and mentor the next generation of engineers.
  • Qualifications: Strong experience in AI solutions and technical leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Lead Agentic AI Engineer to join our team and drive the design, development, and deployment of production-grade generative AI and agentic solutions using Microsoft technologies. This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who has hands-on experience building AI solutions, orchestrating agentic workflows, implementing evaluation frameworks, and taking solutions into secure, scalable, and cost-optimised production environments using platforms such as Azure AI Foundry, Microsoft Agent Framework, and Copilot Studio.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of technical solution design and architecture decisions, bringing clarity from ambiguous client requirements.
  • Act as the technical lead on projects, guiding implementation approach, engineering standards, and best practices.
  • Design, develop, and deploy Agentic AI and GenAI solutions in enterprise environments.
  • Lead end-to-end solution delivery, from discovery and design through implementation, deployment, and handover.
  • Make clear technical design decisions that support scalability, reliability, security, and maintainability.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members, helping them deliver high-quality outcomes and grow their technical capability.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in agile environments.
  • Manage technical stakeholders and client conversations, translating business needs into practical AI solution designs.
  • Support or lead pre-sales activities, including solution shaping, technical estimations, demos, proposals, and client discussions.
  • Lead implementation during delivery, ensuring the proposed solution is built to the agreed architecture and quality standards.

Lead Agentic AI Engineer employer: Avanade Uk

At Avanade, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Fabric Engineer, you'll not only have the chance to work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies but also benefit from continuous professional development and mentorship opportunities. Our commitment to employee growth, combined with the chance to engage with high-profile clients, makes Avanade a truly rewarding place to advance your career in data and AI.

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Contact Details:

Avanade Uk Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Agentic AI Engineer

Generative AI
Agentic Solutions
Microsoft Technologies
Azure AI Foundry
Microsoft Agent Framework
Copilot Studio
Technical Solution Design