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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployed AI Engineer - **Company:** Orta Tech - **Location:** Salford, UK - **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £70,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Flutter, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Automation of Marketing, MongoDB, Node.Js, Rapid Prototyping Process, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Mern, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Express.js, Docker - **Published:** May 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7f89637a07a0dfef ## About the Role Do you have experience in TypeScript?, * Strong systems thinking and problem-solving ability * Ability to understand business operations and translate them into technical solutions * Passion for AI, automation, and operational efficiency * Ability to work independently and proactively identify opportunities for improvement * Comfortable operating across multiple teams and departments * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment Technical Skills * Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript * Familiarity with the MERN stack: * MongoDB * Express.js * React * Node.js * Experience integrating APIs and third-party platforms * Experience working with AI tools, LLMs, agents, copilots, or automation systems * Understanding of workflow automation and AI-assisted development * Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure * Experience with operational tooling and process automation * Flutter/mobile development experience is beneficial but not required Ideal Candidate You are someone who: * Thinks beyond code and focuses on business impact * Understands how AI can practically improve how companies operate * Enjoys solving operational and technical challenges * Constantly looks for ways to improve speed, efficiency, and scalability * Is curious, adaptable, and highly proactive * Can bridge technical implementation with operational thinking * Thrives in environments where priorities evolve quickly ## Description We are looking for a highly proactive and business-minded Forward Deployed AI Engineer to help scale our company through AI, automation, and operational optimisation. This role is focused on understanding how the business operates and identifying where AI can create leverage across engineering, operations, product delivery, and internal workflows. You will work closely with leadership, developers, product teams, QA testers, and operational stakeholders to implement practical AI-driven solutions that improve efficiency, accelerate development, automate repetitive work, and help the business move faster. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving real operational problems with technology and can bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. What You'll Do * Audit how the company operates across engineering, product, operations, and delivery workflows * Identify opportunities where AI can create measurable business impact and operational leverage * Automate repetitive operational and administrative tasks * Improve engineering productivity using AI-assisted workflows, tooling, and automation * Speed up software development and deployment processes * Improve CI/CD pipelines, internal tooling, and delivery workflows * Integrate AI capabilities into products, systems, and internal operations * Build rapid prototypes and practical AI-powered solutions * Work closely with stakeholders to understand bottlenecks and implement scalable improvements * Continuously optimise workflows, processes, and systems across the organisation * Assist with system integrations, APIs, automation platforms, and cloud-based services * Support the adoption of AI tools and best practices across teams * Contribute to technical strategy, innovation, and operational scalability ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Dev Digest 132 - Binging WADFlix?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/473-dev-digest-132-binging-wadflix)