AI Engineer

ShortList Recruitment Limited
Chester, UK
12 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£60,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

.NET Framework Artificial Intelligence Software Applications Microsoft Azure C Sharp (Programming Language) Cloud Computing Continuous Integration Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning Commercial Software Software Engineering Large Language Models
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Generative AI Software Version Control

Job description

  • Develop and integrate AI-powered applications using modern Microsoft and Azure technologies
  • Build and improve RAG-based solutions, intelligent search and knowledge services
  • Explore and develop AI agents capable of completing tasks and automating business processes
  • Create prototypes and proof of concepts to assess new AI technologies and use cases
  • Contribute to the design, testing, deployment and ongoing improvement of AI solutions
  • Work closely with software engineers and business stakeholders to turn ideas into practical solutions
  • Help establish best practices around AI quality, security, monitoring and responsible use

Requirements

  • Strong commercial software development experience, ideally with C#/.NET and/or Python
  • Hands-on experience with AI, machine learning or generative AI technologies
  • Experience working with Azure and cloud-based technologies
  • Knowledge of technologies such as Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Foundry, Semantic Kernel, RAG or vector databases
  • Understanding of AI agents, LLMs and modern AI development approaches
  • Strong software engineering fundamentals, including source control, testing and CI/CD
  • Genuine interest in AI and enthusiasm for learning new technologies

This AI Engineer role would suit an experienced software developer who has built up meaningful hands-on experience with AI through commercial projects, proof of concepts or personal development. The key requirement is strong software engineering ability combined with a genuine passion for AI and the motivation to keep developing your knowledge as the technology evolves.

Benefits & conditions

The AI Engineer role offers a salary of up to £60,000 plus an excellent benefits package and hybrid working. The office is based near Chester and is easily commutable from Liverpool, Wirral, Warrington, Wrexham and across North Wales.

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