RAG / AI Data Engineer

RAG / AI Data Engineer

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Diagonal recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and build data pipelines for AI applications and improve retrieval accuracy.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking company shaping the future of AI with innovative data solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on practical AI implementation and career advancement.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI technology and make a real impact on data-driven projects.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Python, SQL, and building data pipelines for AI or ML applications.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Many AI initiatives succeed or fail based on the quality, accessibility and governance of the underlying data. We work with organisations building the foundations required to support retrieval, search, agentic systems and production AI applications.

Role Overview

  • Design and build data pipelines to support AI applications
  • Develop Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures
  • Create and maintain vector databases and knowledge repositories
  • Structure, clean and prepare data for AI consumption
  • Improve retrieval accuracy, relevance and performance
  • Build scalable data foundations for AI products and agents
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers and product teams to enable AI delivery

Tools & Technologies (required)

  • Python
  • SQL
  • Vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant, Chroma or similar)
  • Embedding models and retrieval frameworks
  • LangChain, LlamaIndex or equivalent
  • Data pipeline and ETL tooling

Experience (required)

  • Building data pipelines for AI or ML applications
  • Designing or implementing RAG architectures
  • Working with vector databases
  • Managing structured and unstructured datasets
  • Optimising retrieval quality and search performance
  • Agent-based AI systems and workflows

About You

  • Strong understanding of data architecture and retrieval systems
  • Able to balance accuracy, performance and scalability
  • Comfortable working across structured and unstructured datasets
  • Interested in practical AI implementation rather than theoretical research
  • Focused on creating reliable foundations for AI systems
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

RAG / AI Data Engineer employer: Diagonal recruitment

Diagonal recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the AdTech sector. With a focus on employee growth, you will benefit from hybrid working flexibility, comprehensive health plans, and generous holiday allowances, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in London.

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We think you need these skills to ace RAG / AI Data Engineer

Data Pipeline Development
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Architecture
Vector Database Management
Data Structuring and Cleaning
Data Preparation for AI
Retrieval Accuracy Optimisation
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams