Graduate AI Engineer

Stack

Responsibilities

• ▹Build AI-powered applications using Large Language Models (LLMs) and modern AI frameworks
• ▹Develop Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions using vector databases, embeddings, and document retrieval techniques
• ▹Experiment with prompt engineering, agent workflows, and emerging AI capabilities
• ▹Build backend services and APIs that power AI applications
• ▹Contribute to frontend applications using React.js or similar technologies
• ▹Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
• ▹Work closely with product and engineering teams to understand customer problems and develop AI-driven solutions
• ▹Rapidly prototype ideas and iterate based on feedback and real-world usage
• ▹Contribute to the end-to-end delivery of AI features from concept through deployment
• ▹Stay current with developments in Generative AI, Machine Learning, and software engineering
• ▹Evaluate new tools, frameworks, and approaches that could improve products and engineering practices
• ▹Participate in technical discussions and contribute ideas across the team

Requirements

• ▹Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field from a reputable university
• ▹Strong understanding of Machine Learning fundamentals and the AI development lifecycle
• ▹Experience building AI, Machine Learning, or Generative AI projects through academic work, internships, hackathons, research, open-source contributions, or personal projects
• ▹Strong programming skills in Python
• ▹Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and Generative AI concepts
• ▹Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), embeddings, and vector databases
• ▹Understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including testing, Git, and version control
• ▹Excellent problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills

Nice to have

• ▹Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, LlamaIndex, or similar frameworks
• ▹Experience using OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, or open-source LLMs
• ▹Experience building web applications using React.js, Next.js, or TypeScript
• ▹Experience developing backend services using Python, Java, or Kotlin
• ▹Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• ▹Experience building and deploying an end-to-end AI solution for a real-world business use case
• ▹Open-source contributions, technical blogs, hackathon achievements, research publications, or notable side projects

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Full onboarding support and continued development opportunities
• ▹Options for flexible working
• ▹Regular social activities
• ▹Pension contributions
• ▹Discretionary bonus scheme
• ▹Private health cover
• ▹Life assurance
• ▹Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

About the company

Allica Bank is the UK's fastest growing company and the fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm ever. Its purpose is to help established SMEs — one of the last major underserved opportunities in Fintech. Established SMEs are the backbone of local communities, representing over a third of the economy, yet have been largely neglected by both traditional high street banks and modern fintech providers.