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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Application Developer - **Company:** Hays plc - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £117,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, OpenShift, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Applications, Enterprise Application Integration, Data Processing, Spring Cloud, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Kubernetes, HuggingFace, Front End Software Development, Video Streaming, Virtual Agents, Jenkins - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-AAF374E38E9209355E/ ## About the Role Required Skills & ExperienceAI/Generative AI * Strong experience designing and deploying Agentic AI and Generative AI solutions. * Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI orchestration frameworks. * Expertise in LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI or similar agent frameworks. * Strong understanding of RAG architectures, vector databases and contextual retrieval strategies. * Experience implementing advanced prompt engineering techniques. * Knowledge of Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations. * Experience with Transformer architectures and the Hugging Face ecosystem. Software Development * Strong Back End development experience in one or more of: + Java + Python + Node.js * Front End development experience using: + React + TypeScript Cloud & DevOps * Experience deploying containerised applications using: + Kubernetes + OpenShift * Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture principles. * Experience working with CI/CD tools including: + GitHub Actions + Jenkins + Tekton Data & Integration * Experience developing multi-source data ingestion pipelines. * Understanding of event-driven architectures and intelligent automation solutions. * Ability to integrate structured and unstructured data sources into AI-powered applications. Desirable Skills * Experience delivering AI solutions within highly regulated environments. * Financial Services or Banking sector experience. * Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and event-streaming technologies. * Experience working in Agile delivery teams. ## Description My clients are seeking an experienced AI Application Developer to design, build and deploy next-generation Agentic AI and Generative AI solutions for a large-scale financial services client. This role will focus on developing intelligent, context-aware applications that leverage Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents and orchestration frameworks to deliver enhanced automation, decision-making and user experiences.Working as part of a high-performing engineering team, you will be responsible for developing AI-driven workflows, integrating diverse data sources, and building scalable cloud-native applications that combine modern AI capabilities with enterprise-grade software engineering practices., * Design, develop and deploy Agentic AI and Generative AI applications using modern LLM technologies. * Build AI agent ecosystems leveraging frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph and CrewAI. * Develop and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines to improve application accuracy, relevance and contextual awareness. * Create advanced prompt engineering strategies and integrate Model Context Protocol (MCP) capabilities. * Develop intelligent workflow solutions including context-aware and ambient intelligence applications. * Integrate and process data from multiple internal and external sources. * Design and implement event-detection algorithms and Real Time intelligence capabilities. * Build scalable Back End services and APIs supporting AI-powered applications. * Develop modern user interfaces and web applications to support AI-driven solutions. * Collaborate with architects, product teams and stakeholders to define technical solutions and delivery roadmaps. * Ensure solutions are deployed using enterprise-grade CI/CD and cloud-native engineering practices. ## Related Videos - [Should we build Generative AI into our existing software?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1129-should-we-build-generative-ai-into-our-existing-software) - [The Road to MLOps: How Verivox Transitioned to AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1050-the-road-to-mlops-how-verivox-transitioned-to-aws) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Java Meets AI: Empowering Spring Developers to Build Intelligent Apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1554-java-meets-ai-empowering-spring-developers-to-build-intelligent-apps) - [Our GitOps approach for deploying an Identity Provider and an API Gateway in a SaaS company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/776-our-gitops-approach-for-deploying-an-identity-provider-and-an-api-gateway-in-a-saas-company) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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