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Artificial Intelligence (AI)/ Machine Learning (ML) Engineering Lead
Location: UK, Finland (Hybrid)
About Firemind
Firemind is a specialist in Generative AI and Data Modernisation and an AWS Premier Partner. We help our clients take ideas from concept to production by building scalable AI and cloud solutions that solve real business challenges.
We were recently recognised at the AWS GenAI Innovation Awards, placing just after Nvidia - this is a big milestone for our small and focused team!
The Role
We’re looking for an AI/ML Engineering Lead to manage and support our AI and machine learning team. This role combines hands-on technical work with people leadership. You’ll guide a group of skilled engineers, support their development, and work directly on client-facing projects within our Professional Services team.
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world problems with AI, working with customers across different industries. As we grow internationally, this role also gives you the chance to shape how we scale and operate, particularly as we expand our presence in Finland.
Key Responsibilities
Team leadership and development
Manage and support a team of AI/ML engineers through regular 1:1 meetings and coaching.
Help the team stay focused, balanced, and aligned with project goals.
Spend approximately 1.5 days per week on leadership duties such as planning, mentoring, and team development.
Technical work and delivery (approximately 3.5 days/week)
Work with Firemind’s Professional Services team to design and deliver client-facing AI and ML solutions.
Build production-ready systems using Python, AWS, and modern machine learning frameworks.
Collaborate with data engineers, solution architects, and customer teams to understand business needs and deliver high-impact outcomes.
Guide internal technical practices and contribute to reusable assets and tools.
Explore and apply the latest in AI, including generative models and prompt engineering.
What We’re Looking For
Solid experience as an AI or ML Engineer or Data Scientist, including leading technical projects
Experience delivering AI or ML solutions in client-facing or consulting settings
Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with AWS services such as S3, Lambda, and SageMaker
Experience with Generative AI Models , including building, fine-tuning, and deploying generative models
Deep understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques like transformer models, attention mechanisms, tokenization, and embeddings
Experience mentoring or leading team members
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice to Have
Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
AWS certifications (Associate, Professional, or Specialty)
Knowledge of Reinforcement Learning, especially in how it applies to decision-making models
Experience with Computer Vision models and frameworks, including CNNs and GANs, particularly for image data use cases
Experience working in B2B or consulting environments
Familiarity with DevOps or MLOps practices
Why Join Firemind
Work on real AI solutions with practical impact
Flexible hybrid or remote work with hubs in the UK and Finland
Collaborate with experienced engineers in a low-ego, high-skill environment
Flat structure where your ideas are heard and experimentation is encouraged
Work closely with AWS and stay ahead in applied AI
???? Be part of building Firemind’s presence in Finland and help shape how we operate and grow locally
How to Apply
If you're an AI /ML engineer ready to lead meaningful, client-facing projects, we'd love to hear from you!
Please submit your CV and application through our recruitment system using the link below, so we can process your information correctly.
At Firemind, we build useful AI with great people. Let’s talk.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Engineering
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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