Tata Consultancy Services
Lead AI Engineer
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Lead AI Engineer
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Lead AI Engineer | Permanent Role | Manchester
About the Role
Ready to apply your experience and expertise in AI engineering?
We have an exciting opportunity for you: Lead AI Engineer, helping to push the boundaries of innovation.
About TCS – Our Vision
At Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), we are a purpose-led transformation company, driven by the belief that technology can make a meaningful difference for our clients and their communities. Ranked among the largest tech transformation companies, we empower global brands to build sustainable futures through cutting-edge AI and machine-learning solutions.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Apply your AI expertise to solve complex, real-world challenges.
- Collaboration: Work with diverse teams to create scalable, high-impact solutions.
- Innovation: Experiment with emerging AI technologies and drive forward-thinking projects.
Key Responsibilities
As a Lead AI/ML Engineer, you will:
- Design, build, and optimise AI/ML workflows and intelligent systems.
- Develop scalable solutions using LangChain for agent-based and RAG-driven architectures.
- Tune and deploy AI/ML models to ensure reliability, efficiency, and performance.
- Apply prompt-engineering techniques to enhance LLM (Large Language Model) outputs.
- Bridge business needs and technical execution, translating requirements into high-quality AI solutions.
- Advocate for best practices in model design, optimisation, and integration.
- Stay abreast of cutting-edge AI/ML advancements and emerging technologies.
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Essential Requirements
- Deep technical expertise in AI/ML frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn.
- Hands-on experience with AI cloud platforms:
- Vertex AI, Gemini, Azure OpenAI, or Cloud Vision.
- Strong Python skills (with optional proficiency in R or Java).
- Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and statistical modelling.
- Proven track record delivering end-to-end AI/ML projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with LangChain and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure).
- Expertise in prompt-engineering techniques.
- Knowledge of multi-agent orchestration frameworks.
- Understanding of ethical AI and Responsible AI practices.
Rewards & Benefits
As a Top Employer UK (and globally), TCS offers:
Competitive Compensation Package:
- Salary, bonus, and annual performance. incentives.
- Pension scheme and healthcare contributions.
Work Perks & Resources:
- Provision of a laptop and corporate phone.
- Access to extensive training and upskilling programs.
- Discounts for parents of employees (Tata Consumer Services partnerships).
- Financial wellness programs and employee stock ownership.
Wellbeing & Engagement:
- A culture of work-life balance, with hybrid options.
- Health & wellness initiatives including physiotherapy, mental health support.
- Organised sports and wellness events.
- Proud sponsors of The London Marathon.
Diversity, Inclusion & Wellbeing
We are committed to an inclusive workplace, adhering to:
- UK Equality Act 2010
- UK Human Rights Act 1998
We embrace diversity in:
- Race, nationality, ethnicity.
- Disability and neurodiversity.
- Gender identity, age, physical ability.
- Sexual orientation.
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Application Process
1. Online Application
- Apply via LinkedIn or upload your CV/Resume
- If you require an alternative format (e.g. audio/video), email UKI.recruitment@tcs.com.
2 Skill-Based Discussion
- Level 1 Interview: Technical discussion with the project team.
- Format: In-person or video call (dates confirmed by recruiter).
3 Managerial & HR Lifecycle Meetings
- Managerial Discussion: Focussed on behavioural fit and organisational alignment.
- HR Discussion: Covers career goals, growth, compensation, and questions.
Important: Fraud Awareness
Warning: TCS never requests payment or security deposits* at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Beware of unauthorised third-party recruiters charging fees.
- Offers sent via free email providers (Gmail/Yahoo/etc.) are not legitimate.
- Report fraudulent activity via UKI.recruitment@tcs.com.
Application Response Timeline: Due to high application volumes, we may not contact each candidate individually. An absence of a response within 30 days indicates a decision has been made.
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