Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Applied AI Engineer - Defence & Security Location: NewcastleSC Cleared / Eligible The OpportunityJoin a forward-leaning engineering team applying cutting-edge AI in real-world, mission-critical environments. This role focuses on integrating AI capabilities into production systems, ensuring they are reliable, secure, and deliver measurable impact. What You’ll DoIntegrate AI/ML components into applications and operational workflowsDesign and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutionsEvaluate LLM performance, identify failure modes, and implement mitigation strategiesTest, debug, and improve non-deterministic AI systemsBalance AI approaches with deterministic or statistical methods where appropriateCollaborate with engineers, data scientists, and stakeholders to deliver production-ready AI solutions What You’ll NeedExperience building or integrating AI/ML systems into real-world applicationsStrong understanding of LLMs, ML models, and core statistical conceptsExperience

evaluating AI systems and improving reliability and performanceAbility to debug complex, non-deterministic behavioursStrong communication skills to explain AI trade-offs and risks Bonus SkillsHands-on experience with RAG architectures and LLM toolingExperience working in regulated or high-assurance environmentsFamiliarity with AI safety, risk, and governance considerationsBackground in software engineering (Python or similar) Security RequirementSC clearance (or willingness/eligibility to obtain) is required.