Head of AI Engineering

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: £100,000+ & additional benefits

Are you ready to lead the future of AI innovation? We're searching for a Head of AI Engineering to drive cutting-edge AI solutions across industries like security, energy, and finance. You'll have the unique opportunity to shape AI strategy, lead a team of engineers, and make a lasting impact within a rapidly growing tech company that’s recently merged to become the AI powerhouse of the group.

Why This Role?

Join a forward-thinking, innovative company positioned to lead AI development within the wider group. As the Head of AI Engineering, you'll have the autonomy to build and lead a high-performing team, foster an innovative culture, and deliver real-world AI solutions that transform industries. You’ll work on groundbreaking projects, collaborate with brilliant minds, and be at the forefront of AI advancements.

What You'll Do:

• Lead & Innovate: Head up AI engineering efforts, managing a team of 3-4 engineers. Define AI strategy, KPIs, and lead the full development lifecycle of AI solutions.
• Generative AI Development: Oversee the design and deployment of generative AI systems across a range of industries. You'll propose creative solutions to complex challenges and drive rapid testing and iteration.
• Client Engagement: Work directly with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into AI-driven solutions that deliver real impact.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the AI models are scalable, explainable, and reliable. Lead the development of frameworks that guarantee high-quality delivery and adherence to regulatory standards.

Your Profile:

• Technical Mastery: Strong experience with AI/ML algorithms and frameworks (e.g., LangChain, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) along with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Fluency in Python, C#, and Javascript is essential.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading AI teams, fostering collaboration, and navigating challenges. Experience recruiting and scaling teams is highly desirable.
• Client-Centric Approach: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a history of managing client engagements, building trust, and delivering successful AI projects.
• Industry Expertise: Experience in sectors like security, energy, or finance is a plus, with the ability to adapt AI solutions to new industries such as health and life sciences.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Culture: Work on impactful AI projects in a safe, fast-paced environment where experimentation and creativity are encouraged.
• Leadership Opportunity: Shape the future of AI for a growing company, guiding projects from concept to implementation.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate and talented team that thrives on learning, sharing, and continuous innovation.
• Growth & Development: Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies with ongoing learning opportunities to keep you at the forefront of the AI industry.

Interview Process:

1. Initial video call
2. Technical test (focused on Generative AI)
3. On-site visit including culture fit assessment and solution presentation

If you're ready to take on a leadership role that will challenge and inspire you, apply now and help shape the future of AI innovation!