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AI Engineer - Manchester

My client is embarking on a transformative journey and is seeking their first AI Engineer to lead the exploration, development, and integration of artificial intelligence solutions across the business. This is a rare greenfield opportunity to define how AI can drive automation, efficiency, and enhanced customer experiences in a fast-moving financial services environment.

As the AI Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying high-impact use cases, building proof-of-concepts, and deploying scalable AI models. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across technology, operations, data, and compliance to ensure AI initiatives are innovative, responsible, and aligned with strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and prototype AI/ML models to address business challenges (e.g., process automation, predictive analytics, customer service optimisation)

Develop and deploy machine learning models using modern tools (e.g., Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)

Collaborate with data engineers to prepare and manage training datasets

Integrate AI solutions with existing applications and infrastructure

Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements, identify opportunities, and communicate results clearly

Stay current with AI trends, tools, and ethical considerations in applied machine learning

Lay the groundwork for a scalable AI strategy and help build internal capability

What You’ll Bring:

Proven experience developing and deploying AI/ML models in a commercial setting

Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with ML libraries and frameworks

Solid understanding of statistical modelling, natural language processing (NLP), and/or deep learning

Experience working with structured and unstructured data sources

Familiarity with MLOps practices and tools (e.g., model versioning, CI/CD for ML, cloud deployment)

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or a related field

Experience in financial services is a plus but not required

Why Join?

Be the AI pioneer in a tech-forward, ambitious organisation

Shape the roadmap and vision for how AI is used across the business

Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and experimentation

Hybrid working with flexibility and strong leadership support

Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth

Interested in being the first to lead AI innovation at my client’s organisation? Apply now and help shape the future.

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