AI-Enabled Junior Engineer- Edinburgh

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking AI Enabled Junior Engineers to work for our client within the Financial Services sector. This is initially a 6-12 - month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in Edinburgh.

Our client is seeking talented and ambitious early-career engineers to join a next-generation engineering environment focused on AI-assisted software delivery.

This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about technology, eager to learn and excited by the opportunities AI presents within software engineering.

Success in this role will be driven by curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to embrace modern engineering practices. Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design, development and testing of software applications.
• Support the delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Utilise AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity and quality.
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and delivery teams.
• Develop skills in modern software development and DevOps practices.
• Continuously learn and adopt new technologies and delivery approaches.

• Knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python, Java, C# or JavaScript.
• Computer Science graduate.
• Understanding of software engineering fundamentals.
• Familiarity with source control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of testing principles and development best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience using GitHub Copilot or similar AI tools.
• Exposure to Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Understanding of prompt engineering techniques.
• Experience with cloud platforms or DevOps tooling., * Curious and eager to learn.
• Passionate about technology.
• Adaptable and open to change.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong communicators and team players.
• Interested in the future of AI-assisted software development.

FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK ‘Best Employer’.

Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Why join us

• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
• Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
• Annual leave and work-place pension