Lead Software Engineer (AI)

Responsibilities

• Own projects from end-to-end, from first conversations with users through to production systems
• Work with modelling and data teams to embed proprietary insights into production systems

Preferred

• Hands-on experience building LLM-based systems
• Experience testing non-deterministic systems
• Understanding of statistics and inferential methods
• LangGraph, RAG, MCP, MLOps, IaaC, AWS

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Software Engineers and Data Scientists
• Deploy agentic systems that enable fast, multi-dimensional, data-driven decisions
• Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required attributes

10+ years developing impactful, mission-critical backend systems

The ability to work in fast-paced, high-ownership environments

• Excellence in one or more language (we mostly use Python)
• Strong discipline in testing and automation
• Experienced, judicious user of AI coding tools
• Previous experience managing teams of 5+ engineers

An exceptional team player - low-ego, high-initiative

Genuine interest in the transformation of energy markets and infrastructure

Some of the benefits we include are

• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Parental Support
• Salary-Exchange Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Local Oxford Discounts
• Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flu Jabs

At AER, we are committed to offering flexibility in the way we work. Most of our roles are hybrid with a mix of in-office/home working and potentially adjustable working hours. Let’s discuss what works for you and AER during the interview process.

The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity.

To apply, please submit your Résumé / CV, a personal summary, your salary expectations and please inform us of your notice period.

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