Lead AI Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• check_circle Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI applications within AXA, ensuring they follow AXA SDLC standards and integrate smoothly with existing systems.
• check_circle Oversee the creation of AI Agents, including Task, Domain, and Orchestrator Agents, using multi-agent frameworks, and guide the team on best practices.
• check_circle Develop key parts of the Agentic AI system, such as memory, guardrails, orchestration, and tools marketplace, to enable advanced AI solutions.
• check_circle Drive the development of AI products and services like Conversational AI, DocAI, Predictive Analytics, and Content Generation, making effective use of AI tools.
• check_circle Work with Data Engineers to design scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support AI applications.
• check_circle Set and monitor performance metrics for AI systems, Agents, and the overall Agentic AI system to ensure ongoing improvements.
• check_circle Lead and organise cross-functional teams in an Agile way to deliver AI solutions, foster innovation, and share knowledge while staying updated on AI trends.

Basic qualifications

• Extensive full-stack engineering experience, with practical knowledge of DevOps deployment pipelines and containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven track record in building cloud-native applications, particularly within Azure environments.
• Experience in developing GenAI applications, including retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), prompt and context engineering, and integrating large language model (LLM) APIs.
• Understanding of Agentic AI components and infrastructure, including orchestration, memory management, and evaluation methodologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, and Node.js, with familiarity with React being a plus.
• Applied experience in designing scalable, reliable AI solutions in a cloud environment.
• Ability to optimise development workflows and implement best practices in continuous integration and deployment.

Benefits

• check_circle Annual pay review and performance-based bonus.
• check_circle Employer funded scheme available to all colleagues.
• check_circle 25 to 28 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays.
• check_circle A wide range of services to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• check_circle Three paid volunteering days (21 hours) per year.
• check_circle 26 weeks' maternity leave and 8 weeks' co-parent leave. 5 days' carer's leave for planned activities and unexpected emergencies.

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