Lead AI Engineer

Lead AI Engineer – United Kingdom – Permanent

An opportunity for a Lead Engineer to shape the next generation of agentic AI systems that automate and optimize enterprise operations. The role focuses on architecting intelligent agents, driving innovation in AI-driven workflows, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, production-grade solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, build, and deployment of agentic AI systems for enterprise-scale automation.
• Design and implement cloud-native systems that support autonomous workflows and intelligent decision-making.
• Develop and integrate AI models for predictive insights and intelligent recommendations.
• Connect AI agents with core enterprise systems and data platforms.
• Define technical standards, reusable patterns, and governance principles.
• Ensure reliability, observability, and performance across AI solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams and foster best practices in design, DevOps, and model lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with data scientists, product managers, and architects to align solutions with business outcomes.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI and automation trends to guide technical strategy.

Requirements:

• Proven experience leading AI or software engineering teams in complex enterprise environments.
• Strong technical background in AI/ML, automation, and cloud-native architectures.
• Skilled in Python or similar languages, with experience across modern data and ML platforms.
• Familiar with cloud environments and workflow orchestration tools.
• Strong understanding of integration patterns and scalable system design.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence technical direction.

Desirable:

• Experience in computer vision, IoT, or multi-agent systems.
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring frameworks for AI operations.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

No sponsorship available; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.