Gleeds
Graduate Junior AI & Data Engineer - UK
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Launch your career with Gleeds – a global consultancy shaping the future of the built environment.
We’re looking to bring onboard our 2026 Graduate Junior Data & AI Engineer based in the UK. If you're looking for a place that champions your growth, supports your journey to full qualification, and gives you the chance to work on world-class projects, then the Gleeds construct graduate programme is where your future begins.
At Gleeds, we believe in creating long-term relationships with not only our clients, but our people as well. We have a proven track record of supporting our graduates as they grow, helping them become the best version of themselves both professionally and personally – creating a workplace that is efficient, inclusive, and fun to be a part of.
What You'll Learn
- How to build and support production AI solutions used across a global business
- Modern software engineering and development practices
- Cloud deployment, monitoring, and operations in Microsoft Azure
- Data engineering techniques, integrations, and platform development
- AI system design, evaluation, and optimisation
- How technology and AI are applied in the built environment and professional services sectors
The Role
Ready to start your career in AI and Data Engineering? At Gleeds, you'll join our AI team and help build and improve the technology that supports colleagues across our global business. Working alongside experienced developers and AI specialists, you'll contribute to real projects from day one while developing your technical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
AI and Data Engineering
Our AI team develops and maintains the platforms, data pipelines, and AI-powered solutions that help improve the way Gleeds works. As a Junior AI & Data Engineer, you'll gain hands-on experience across a range of technologies, helping to design, build, and support systems used across the business.
Key areas of the role include:
Data Engineering
- Building and improving data pipelines and integrations
- Supporting data quality, analytics, and search capabilities
- Working with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and other business systems
Platform Development
- Supporting the development of backend services and APIs
- Contributing to features and enhancements across our AI platform
- Working with cloud-based technologies and modern development practices
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AI Systems and Optimisation
- Assisting with the development and improvement of AI-powered solutions
- Supporting testing, evaluation, and optimisation activities
- Learning how AI systems are designed and deployed in a production environment
Operations and Support
- Helping monitor and maintain systems running in Microsoft Azure
- Supporting releases, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities
- Working closely with colleagues across Digital, IT, Security, and the wider business
Your role will encompass (but is not limited to) the following:
- Supporting the design, development, and maintenance of AI and data solutions used across Gleeds
- Building and improving data pipelines, integrations, and backend services
- Contributing to the delivery of new platform features and enhancements
- Producing clear documentation, test plans, and technical handover materials
- Following established security, governance, and change management processes
- Collaborating with developers, AI specialists, business stakeholders, and support teams
- Assisting with monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining production systems
- Continuously developing your knowledge across software engineering, cloud technologies, data engineering, and AI
What we're looking for:
- A degree or master's degree (completed or completing by August 2027) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline
- Strong programming skills, ideally with experience in Python
- An understanding of databases and data management concepts
- Interest in cloud technologies and the Microsoft ecosystem
- Curiosity about AI technologies and how they can be applied in a business environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
- A proactive approach to learning and developing new technical skills
- Awareness of good data governance and security practices
- Right to live and work in the UK
Desirable Skills
- Experience with SQL or database technologies
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms
- Knowledge of APIs, integrations, or web development technologies
- Familiarity with AI development tools such as Copilot or similar coding assistants
- Experience working on personal, academic, or open-source software projects
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What benefits can you expect from Gleeds?
At Gleeds, we know people power our success, which is why we are constantly evaluating our benefits offering to make sure everyone knows how valued they are here:
- Structured professional and personal development through our construct graduate programme.
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional days.
- Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
- Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
- Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
- Expand your horizons with global opportunities available to everyone.
- Agile ways of working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
- A supportive and people-focused company that is a recognised Great Place To Work 2026
- Access to a health cash plan, which includes access to discounts on gym memberships, health products and experience days.
About us
Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]
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