Lead AI Engineer in London

Lead AI Engineer in London

London Full-Time 81000 - 99000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that make a real-world impact.
  • Company: Join a leading AI and Data consulting team in London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid work, and excellent career progression.
  • Other info: Be part of a dynamic team driving AI transformation across various industries.
  • Why this job: Work on ambitious Generative AI programmes and learn from industry experts.
  • Qualifications: Experience in AI solutions, strong Python skills, and cloud platform knowledge.

The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 Β£ per year.

The Opportunity

We're working with a specialist AI and Data consulting team that helps organisations tackle complex business and technology challenges using Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Generative AI. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AI Engineer, AI Architect or Generative AI specialist to join a highly technical team and work on some of the most ambitious Generative AI programmes currently being delivered in the UK.

The team sits at the forefront of enterprise AI adoption, helping organisations move beyond experimentation and into real-world deployment. You'll work alongside AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Architects and technical specialists, delivering solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with genuine business impact.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Designing and delivering enterprise-scale AI and Generative AI solutions
  • Working with Large Language Models (LLMs), RAG architectures and modern AI frameworks
  • Building and deploying production-grade AI and Machine Learning systems
  • Supporting the design and implementation of AI pipelines and platforms
  • Translating complex business challenges into practical technical solutions
  • Working directly with stakeholders to shape AI strategies and roadmaps
  • Evaluating emerging AI technologies and identifying opportunities for adoption
  • Mentoring colleagues and contributing to AI best practices across projects

What We're Looking For

  • Experience designing and deploying enterprise-grade AI or Machine Learning solutions within commercial environments
  • Strong Python programming skills
  • Experience working with Generative AI, LLMs and modern AI tooling
  • Understanding of model deployment, production environments and AI architecture principles
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience applying AI within regulated or data-rich industries such as Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare, Telecommunications or similar sectors

We'd Love To Hear From

  • Lead AI Engineers
  • AI Architects
  • Principal AI Engineers
  • Principal Machine Learning Engineers
  • Generative AI Specialists
  • AI Technical Leads
  • Machine Learning Architects
  • Senior AI Engineers

Nice To Have

  • Experience with LangChain, LangGraph or similar frameworks
  • Exposure to Vector Databases and RAG architectures
  • MLOps or LLMOps experience
  • Experience deploying AI solutions into production environments
  • AWS, Azure or GCP certifications

Why Apply?

  • Work on some of the most ambitious Generative AI programmes in the market
  • Join a highly skilled team of AI Engineers, Architects and Data Specialists
  • Gain exposure to enterprise-scale AI transformation programmes and cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Learn from experienced technical consultants and subject matter experts
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
  • Flexible hybrid working and excellent benefits
  • Exposure to a wide range of industries and business challenges
  • Be part of a business investing heavily in AI, Data and emerging technology

Ready to Apply?

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Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Lead AI Engineer in London

AI Engineering
Generative AI
Machine Learning
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Python Programming
AI Architecture Principles
Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)