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AI Engineer Apprentice

QA Pontefract, ENG, GB
Full-time $50k Posted 6 months ago

Role overview

  • check_circle Agentic AI for process optimisation
  • check_circle Research and prototype autonomous AI agents to enhance workflow efficiency
  • check_circle Explore orchestration frameworks (e.g. LangChain, CrewAI, OpenAI Assistants)
  • check_circle Design intelligent tools to support high-volume or time-critical operations
  • check_circle Real-time accessibility
  • check_circle Develop live captioning and transcription systems to support inclusive services
  • check_circle Work with ASR technologies (e.g. Whisper, Deepgram, Google Speech API)
  • check_circle Address challenges like low-latency transcription and speaker diarisation

Responsibilities

  • check_circle Support the design and testing of AI-driven solutions across client and internal projects
  • check_circle Conduct applied research into LLMs, agentic AI, speech technologies, and more
  • check_circle Translate user needs into technical experiments and prototypes
  • check_circle Contribute to codebases, documentation, and testing efforts
  • check_circle Participate in workshops and stakeholder engagements
  • check_circle Apply academic learning to practical project work
  • check_circle A graduate or undergraduate in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields
  • check_circle A self-taught AI/ML practitioner with relevant projects
  • check_circle An early-career technologist seeking formal qualifications and impactful work
  • check_circle Strong foundation in AI/ML (e.g. neural networks, NLP, transformers)
  • check_circle Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • check_circle Familiarity with LLM APIs and open-source models (e.g. GPT, Claude, Whisper)
  • check_circle Understanding of agentic AI frameworks (e.g. LangChain, AutoGen)
  • check_circle A passionate, motivated and driven person
  • check_circle Experience with ASR or captioning tools
  • check_circle Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG)
  • check_circle Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure)
  • check_circle Experience in client-facing roles or service delivery
  • check_circle Two A-levels in one or more similar subject plus B in A-Level maths.
  • check_circle Two A-levels in one or more similar subject plus 2-years work experience in tech.
  • check_circle Level 4 or 5 apprenticeship in a similar technical subject.**
  • check_circle International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject.
  • check_circle 3+ years in a similar subject-related role.
  • check_circle A first degree in a numerate discipline (but excluding Computer Science as not fundable).
  • check_circle A fully funded qualification through a recognised UK apprenticeship programme
  • check_circle Experience working with leading clients in media and creative sectors
  • check_circle Mentorship from experienced professionals
  • check_circle A flexible and inclusive working environment
  • check_circle Opportunities to work on projects that combine advanced technology with real-world impact
  • check_circle Paid annual leave / holiday entitlement
  • check_circle Career progression
  • check_circle Learning and development opportunities
  • check_circle Onsite carpark

About the company

As a leading supplier of technology-driven marketing solutions, we partner with some of the UK’s biggest names across retail and hospitality sectors. We are committed to delivering innovative end-to-end print solutions that empower big brands. As we expand our capabilities in artificial intelligence, we are seeking a forward-thinking AI Engineer Apprentice to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects while gaining a formal qualification through a government-approved apprenticeship programme.

Tags & Focus Areas

Fulltime Ai Ai Engineer Machine Learning