AI Engineer

AI Engineer

Manchester or London, hybrid

This position sits in our Experience & Engineering business unit. We primarily deliver large-scale website design and build projects, combining our skills in developing future-ready technical solutions with our expertise in creating beautiful designs to help clients including Nikon, London Marathon Events and END. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional and engaging digital experiences. 

JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking for a talented and passionate Mid-Level AI Engineer to join our growing team. As an AI Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and deploying innovative AI solutions for our clients across various industries. You will collaborate with a team of experts to solve complex business challenges using cutting-edge AI technologies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and architect solutions using state-of-the-art frameworks and cloud technologies
• Build machine learning models for marketing attribution, predicting customer propensity, segmenting customer groups based on behavioural data, and recommending products and/or content.
• Fine-tune Large Language Models to business-specific use cases.
• Deploy MLOps pipelines together with our ML engineers.
• Work closely with data engineers, fellow data scientists/AI engineers and consultants to ensure seamless integration and deployment of AI solutions that create business impact.
• Communicate with clients about complex solutions in an understandable way, deliver progress reports and demonstrations of AI solutions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI development.
• Strong understanding of machine learning, deep learning, and other AI techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and relevant AI libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with data processing and analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, SQL).
• Experienced with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. 
• Ability to work with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Direct availability to start working in the UK.

Nice to have:

• Experience with natural language processing (NLP) or computer vision (CV).
• Knowledge of MLOps and model deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with AI ethics and responsible AI principles.
• Experience working with large datasets and distributed computing.
• Contributions to open-source AI projects.

WE OFFER:

• The benefits depend upon the location where you apply from, so feel free to check with the recruiter.
• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE? 

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. 

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, and your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our client's problems, no matter where you are in the world.

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.