Lead AI Engineer
- edinburgh, scotland, EH1 2AA, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Hybrid
- Full time
- £90,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead AI Engineer to spearhead their initiatives in AI & Emerging Technologies based in Edinburgh . This leadership role involves guiding a team of talented engineers and researchers in the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions. You will play a key part in setting technical direction, fostering innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex AI projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's technological roadmap within a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of AI engineers and data scientists, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of AI models and applications, from conception to deployment.
- Design and implement robust, scalable, and efficient AI systems and infrastructure.
- Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders to define project roadmaps and priorities.
- Drive innovation by exploring and integrating new AI techniques and technologies.
- Ensure high standards of code quality, testing, and documentation for AI solutions.
Requirements
- Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field.
- Significant professional experience in AI engineering, with a proven track record of leading successful projects.
- Expertise in programming languages like Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous pension plan.
- Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- A hybrid work model designed to support work-life balance in Edinburgh .
- Access to cutting-edge technology and research opportunities.


