Lead Ai Engineer

Kainos Group PLC

United Kingdom
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Production-grade ai solution deployment
Prompt engineering and rag implementation
Python software engineering best practices
** Kainos Group PLC is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to design and deliver advanced AI solutions using modern technologies, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in a people-first culture. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in AI/ML deployment, cloud platforms, and responsible AI practices, along with management experience. **

Job Summary

  • Join a diverse, ambitious team recognized as one of the UK's leading AI and data businesses with a decade-long track record.
  • You will architect and deliver advanced AI solutions leveraging state-of-the-art machine learning, generative, and agentic AI technologies.
  • The role involves hands-on technical leadership, managing staff performance, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

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** Kainos Group PLC is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to design and deliver advanced AI solutions using modern technologies, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in a people-first culture. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in AI/ML deployment, cloud platforms, and responsible AI practices, along with management experience. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Production-grade AI solution deployment
  • Prompt engineering and RAG implementation
  • Python software engineering best practices
  • Cloud-native architecture on Azure and AWS
  • Kubernetes and Docker containerization
  • Responsible AI principles and ethics
  • Team management and coaching skills

Nice-to-have

  • Deep learning framework expertise PyTorch TensorFlow
  • LLM fine-tuning and distillation experience
  • Vector databases and knowledge graphs
  • Open-source AI project contributions
  • ISO42001 compliance familiarity
  • Research publications in AI field

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2.1 degree in Computer Science or related quantitative field
  • Demonstrable experience deploying modern AI/ML solutions to production
  • Strong Python skills with CI/CD and testing background
  • Experience managing and coaching junior team members

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