Director/ Principal Engineer - Applied Ai

Barclays

12+ years software engineering experience
5+ years ai/ml engineering expertise
Deep understanding of large language models
This role drives technical excellence by leading the design and implementation of robust, scalable AI/ML solutions aligned with business objectives

Job Summary

  • This role drives technical excellence by leading the design and implementation of robust, scalable AI/ML solutions aligned with business objectives.
  • The successful candidate will serve as a deep technical expert and hands-on architect responsible for defining technology roadmaps and best practices for LLM adoption.
  • You will mentor engineering teams, foster innovation through new technologies like agentic frameworks, and influence strategic decisions at the senior leadership level.

Matching Summary

This role drives technical excellence by leading the design and implementation of robust, scalable AI/ML solutions aligned with business objectives.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years software engineering experience
  • 5+ years AI/ML engineering expertise
  • Deep understanding of Large Language Models
  • Hands-on GenAI and AgenticAI frameworks
  • Experience with MCP and A2A protocols
  • Proficiency in Python for data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in computer science or related field
  • Knowledge of banking financial products
  • Experience establishing AI ethics standards
  • Leadership in cross-functional collaboration
  • Mentoring junior and senior engineers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • 12+ years total experience in Software Engineering or Data Science
  • 5+ years specific experience in AI/ML engineering
  • Demonstrated experience with production-grade AI/ML platforms

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