Lead AI Engineer

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing leader in AI and Emerging Technologies , is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead AI Engineer to spearhead their engineering efforts in Newcastle upon Tyne . This role offers the opportunity to architect and implement cutting-edge AI solutions, mentor a team of talented engineers, and drive technical strategy. You will play a crucial part in developing robust, scalable, and high-performance AI systems that address complex business challenges. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to leveraging AI for transformative impact and enjoy a hands-on role with significant influence over project direction and technical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated AI and machine learning systems.
• Architect scalable and robust backend solutions, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI engineers, fostering best practices in software development and ML engineering.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to translate business needs into technical requirements and AI roadmaps.
• Oversee the entire ML lifecycle, from data preprocessing and model training to deployment and monitoring.
• Champion the adoption of new AI technologies and methodologies within the engineering department.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in AI engineering , with a proven track record of leading successful projects.
• Deep expertise in machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and software architecture.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and experience with ML frameworks.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and life insurance.
• Generous annual leave allowance and company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training in Newcastle upon Tyne .
• A dynamic and innovative work environment focused on pushing AI boundaries.