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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Engineer - **Company:** Bumper - **Location:** Sheffield, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Unstructured Data, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Git, Automation Anywhere - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cceab028c43bcb1c ## About the Role * Strong Python programming skills * Experience building production AI applications using Large Language Models (LLMs) * Experience integrating models such as Claude, OpenAI or Gemini * Strong understanding of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) * Experience building AI Agents and autonomous workflows * Experience with LangGraph, LangChain or similar AI orchestration frameworks * Understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and AI tool integrations * Strong prompt engineering skills and experience working with structured outputs * Experience evaluating AI systems and improving response quality * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Proficiency in Git and version control best practices * Focus on performance, accessibility, and user experience * Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines * Have great collaboration skills for cross-departmental projects Nice to haves... * Experience working in fintech, payments, e-commerce, or automotive sectors ## Description We're looking for an AI Engineer to join our passionate and fast-moving Tech Team. You will play a crucial role in designing, building and deploying AI-powered products and intelligent agents across Bumper and AutoBI. Working with Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), AI Agents and Model Context Protocol (MCP), you'll help deliver production-ready AI solutions that automate business processes and create exceptional customer experiences. This is a full-time role with at least three days a week working from one of our UK offices (Sheffield or London - Hammersmith). You'll report directly to our Engineering Manager and work closely with Product, Engineering and Data teams to identify opportunities where AI can deliver meaningful business value. Day-to-day responsibilities: * Design, build and deploy AI-powered applications and intelligent agents * Develop Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions using structured and unstructured data * Integrate and evaluate Large Language Models including Claude, OpenAI and Gemini * Design and implement AI workflows using frameworks such as LangGraph and LangChain * Build integrations using Model Context Protocol (MCP) and AI tool-calling capabilities * Develop prompt engineering strategies and optimise AI performance, accuracy and reliability * Evaluate AI systems and continuously improve response quality while reducing hallucinations * Monitor AI applications in production, optimising latency, cost and reliability * Research and implement new AI technologies, frameworks and best practices * Collaborate with Product, Engineering and Data teams to deliver end-to-end AI features * Contribute to AI governance, testing, evaluation and observability * Using Git for version control and tracking code changes * Write secure, maintainable and well documented code Now a bit about you… We are a passionate and professional team, and we're excited to welcome an AI Engineer who shares our vision of transforming the automotive industry through Artificial Intelligence. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work with the latest AI technologies, building production systems that solve real business problems for thousands of customers. 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