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AI Engineer – Newcastle
AI Engineer opportunity with a high-performing technical consultancy based in Newcastle
Salary up to £120k, depending on experience
5 days per week onsite in Newcastle upon Tyne
Technologies:
- Python
- Machine Learning
- AI/ML
- LLMs
- RAG
- Agentic AI
Requirements:
- Must be eligible for UK SC-level Security Clearance
- No visa sponsorship available
About the Client
Our client is a high-performing technical consultancy specialising in complex Data, AI and Software Engineering solutions.
- Working across Defence, Financial Services and Private Capital, they solve demanding technical problems in challenging environments, combining exceptional engineering standards with cutting-edge technologies.
- Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible for UK SC-level security clearance. Typically, this will require UK nationality. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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The Benefits
- Salary up to £120k, depending on experience
- Discretionary bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension contributions matched up to 6%
- Private healthcare through Bupa
- Exposure to a wide variety of AI technologies and engineering challenges
The AI Engineer Role
As an AI Engineer, you’ll work on technically challenging AI solutions within the Defence sector.
- This is a hands-on engineering role where you’ll contribute across a broad range of projects, from early-stage Proof of Concepts and applied research through to fully engineered, production-ready AI solutions.
- You’ll work closely with experienced AI and Software Engineers, providing technical expertise both internally and during client engagements.
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AI Engineer Essential Skills
We’re looking for candidates with strong foundations across Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Software Engineering, including:
- Strong understanding of core AI and Machine Learning concepts
- Expertise in Machine Learning models at an algorithmic level, rather than treating models as black-box components
- Excellent programming skills with Python
- Strong understanding of Software Engineering best practices
Experience working with one or more areas such as:
- Agentic AI
- Large Language Models
- RAG
- AI Safety and Security
- AI Explainability
A strong academic background is preferred, typically a First-Class or 2:1 degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning or a related discipline.
Experience within Defence or National Security would be highly advantageous.
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