AI Software Engineer
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
We are now looking to hire a Mid-Level AI Software Engineer to work closely with our CTO, contributing directly to live client projects and internal AI platforms.
The Role
This is a hands-on engineering role ideal for a developer who already has solid experience shipping software and wants to deepen their expertise in AI-enabled systems.
You'll be working across backend services, AI integrations, and modern frontends - with exposure to architecture, cloud infrastructure, and production LLM workflows.
Key Responsibilities
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Build and maintain Python-based backend services
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Develop AI-powered features using OpenAI and other GenAI technologies
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Contribute to cloud infrastructure on AWS (using CDK)
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Work on modern frontends using React and Flutter
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Collaborate closely with the CTO on system design and technical decisions
Requirements
Do you have experience in Rust (programming language)?, * Commercial experience with Python
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Experience building applications using React and/or Flutter
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Familiarity with AWS (hands-on experience preferred)
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Strong understanding of Git / GitHub workflows
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Exposure to Generative AI (OpenAI APIs, prompt engineering, or model fine-tuning)
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Comfortable working in a fast-moving, delivery-focused environment
Nice to Have
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Experience using AWS CDK
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Knowledge of Rust (particularly for performance-critical or AI-related workloads)
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Experience training, fine-tuning, or deploying ML/AI models
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Prior experience working on AI-enabled or data-heavy systems
Location & Working Style
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Manchester-based preferred, * Your experience with Python and cloud systems
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Any exposure to AI or GenAI projects
Benefits & conditions
- Regular collaboration with the CTO and engineering leadership
Why Join QuantumXL?
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Work directly with an experienced CTO on cutting-edge AI systems
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Build real production AI, not proofs-of-concept
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Exposure to end-to-end system design: backend, frontend, AI, and cloud
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Early-stage growth with clear progression into Senior Engineer or Tech Lead roles
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Competitive salary with flexibility based on experience, £35,000 - £40,000, depending on experience