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Staff AI Engineer
Palo Alto
$250000 - $350000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentPalo Alto, California
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STAFF AI ENGINEER
Palo Alto, California, United States (On-site / Hybrid)
The Role
We’re hiring a Staff AI Engineer to build and scale production-grade GenAI systems powering enterprise AI applications.
This is a high-ownership IC role focused on LLM systems, agent frameworks, and production AI infrastructure. You’ll take foundation models and turn them into scalable, reliable systems used for copilots, automation, and internal workflows.
You’ll work across architecture and implementation in a fast-moving environment with rapid production iteration.
What You’ll Build
- Production LLM-powered services and applications
- Enterprise copilots and conversational AI systems
- Text-to-code and natural language SQL systems
- Agent frameworks and tool-using AI systems
- Workflow automation powered by foundation models
- API layers for LLM integration across systems
- Scalable GenAI infrastructure and deployments
- CI/CD pipelines for AI services
What You Bring
- 8-12+ years software or ML engineering experience
- Strong experience building production LLM or ML systems
- Deep understanding of foundation models and LLM APIs
- Strong backend and distributed systems experience
- Experience with AWS production environments
- Kubernetes / containerized deployment experience
- Strong systems thinking (latency, scaling, reliability trade-offs)
Strong Preference For
- ML engineering background over traditional full-stack
- Experience building GenAI or agentic systems in production
- Strong analytical background (PhD-level NLP/CV a plus)
Why This Role
- Build and scale core GenAI infrastructure with real impact
- High ownership from architecture through production
- Fast iteration cycles and strong technical autonomy
- High visibility with senior technical leadership
- Opportunity to shape foundational AI systems at scale
- Opportunity to shape foundational AI systems at scale
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Principal Software Engineer
San Francisco
$280000 - $350000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentSan Francisco, California
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PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BAY AREA, CA (3 DAYS IN OFFICE)
$280,000 – $350,000+ (BASE + EQUITY)
An exciting opportunity for a hands-on Senior Software Engineer to join a lean, profitable platform connecting creators through video.
THE COMPANY
A profitable, early-stage tech company with a small Bay Area-based team. The product already reaches a significant audience and focuses on high-impact, user-generated video content.
THE ROLE
Hands-on engineering and AI work across the platform:
- Build agentic GenAI workflows using internal datasets
- Develop marketing and growth systems: email delivery, personalization, engagement tracking
- Create commercial AI models to understand user behavior and engagement
- Collaborate across product and engineering teams
- End-to-end coding, system design, and customer validation
YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Backend: Python, Django or Flask or FastAPI
- Frontend: React
- Cloud/Infrastructure: AWS
- Databases: PostgreSQL
- AI/ML: OpenAI; knowledge of agent systems helpful
- Experience with large-scale data and knowledge systems is a plus
- Comfortable working in a lean, high-ownership environment
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your resume to Calum Reid via the apply link on this page.
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Staff AI Engineer
New York City
$250000 - $350000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentNew York
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STAFF AI ENGINEER
New York, United States (On-site / Hybrid)
The Role
We’re hiring a Staff AI Engineer to build and scale production-grade GenAI systems powering enterprise AI applications.
This is a high-ownership IC role focused on LLM systems, agent frameworks, and production AI infrastructure. You’ll turn foundation models into reliable, scalable systems that power copilots, automation, and internal AI workflows.
You’ll operate across architecture and implementation with fast iteration from idea to production.
What You’ll Build
- Production LLM-powered services and applications
- Enterprise copilots and chat-based systems
- Text-to-code and natural language SQL interfaces
- Agent frameworks and tool-using AI systems
- Workflow automation powered by foundation models
- API layers for LLM integration across systems
- Scalable, secure GenAI deployments
- CI/CD pipelines for AI services
What You Bring
- 8-12+ years software or ML engineering experience
- Strong experience building production LLM or ML systems
- Deep understanding of foundation models and LLM APIs
- Strong backend and distributed systems experience
- Experience with AWS production environments
- Kubernetes / containerized deployment experience
- Strong systems thinking (latency, scaling, reliability trade-offs)
Strong Preference For
- ML engineering background over traditional full-stack
- Experience building GenAI or agentic systems in production
- Strong analytical background (PhD-level NLP/CV a plus)
Why This Role
- Build foundational GenAI systems with real enterprise impact
- High ownership across architecture and execution
- Fast iteration cycles from idea to production
- High visibility and technical influence
- Opportunity to shape core AI infrastructure
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SOFTWARE MANUFACTURING LEADER
Dallas
$300000 - $400000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentDallas, Texas
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SOFTWARE MANUFACTURING LEADER
Dallas, Texas, United States (On-site)
The Role
We’re hiring a Software Manufacturing Leader to drive global manufacturing technology transformation across a large-scale industrial environment.
This is a senior executive role with ownership of manufacturing systems, data platforms, AI/ML strategy, and infrastructure modernization. You’ll define and execute the technology roadmap enabling factory expansion, throughput improvement, and cost efficiency.
What You’ll Drive
- Manufacturing technology strategy across production environments
- Data and platform modernization for real-time operational insights
- AI/ML adoption (predictive maintenance, yield optimization, forecasting)
- Cloud and infrastructure strategy to support scale
- Modern software practices (DevOps, CI/CD, agile)
- Global team leadership and cross-functional alignment
Technology Focus
- Real-time data platforms and unified data architecture
- Cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure
- Manufacturing systems (MES, process control, yield systems)
- Automation, IoT, robotics, and computer vision
What You Bring
- 15+ years leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Proven track record driving large-scale technology transformation
- Deep experience in AI/ML, data platforms, and cloud infrastructure
- Strong background in manufacturing systems and automation
- Experience leading global teams and delivering measurable operational impact
Why This Role
- Executive ownership of manufacturing technology at global scale
- Direct impact on operational performance, cost, and expansion
- High visibility with senior leadership
- Opportunity to drive next-generation manufacturing through AI and automation
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Data Engineer
Liverpool
£30000 - £40000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLiverpool, Merseyside
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DATA ENGINEER
up to £38,000 + benefits
Liverpool (Hybrid)
This is a great opportunity to join a purpose‑driven organisation where you can take ownership of data development and help modernise a traditional data estate as part of a growing Data & Insight function.
THE COMPANY:
This organisation is forward‑thinking and technology‑driven, with a strong focus on using data to improve people’s lives.
They are investing in a new data strategy and modern Microsoft stack, creating an excellent environment for someone early in their data career to grow and develop.
THE ROLE:
You will take ownership of SQL‑driven data development and reporting, supporting both BAU activity and longer‑term transformation projects. Working closely with the Data Engineering Manager, you’ll help deliver reliable data products for the wider business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building and maintaining SQL‑based ETL pipelines across SSIS and Azure Data Factory
- Developing and delivering Power BI dashboards, datasets and data models
- Supporting and maintaining some existing SSRS reports
- Contributing to the ongoing modernisation of the data warehouse and presentation layer
- Supporting the transition toward Python, Azure and Microsoft Fabric
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
You will bring strong capability in:
- SQL and ADF (Azure Data Factory)
- Power BI report development and data modelling
- Working with data warehouses and structured datasets
- Supporting ETL processes and data pipelines
- Communicating clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary of up to £38,000.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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NetSuite Developer (Contract)
London
£525 - £550
+ Data Engineering
ContractLondon
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This freelance opportunity offers the chance to lead complex NetSuite transformation programmes across multi‑entity, international environments. You will take ownership of end‑to‑end solution design and delivery, working closely with senior stakeholders to shape scalable NetSuite architectures that support long‑term business transformation.
The Company
They are a global organisation operating across multiple regions and business units, undergoing significant systems and process transformation. NetSuite sits at the centre of their finance and operational landscape, supporting growth, optimisation, and integration across the wider technology estate. The environment is complex, fast‑moving, and collaborative, with a strong focus on long‑term platform value.
The Role and Deliverables
- Lead end‑to‑end NetSuite solution architecture and delivery across multi‑entity and multi‑country implementations.
- Run discovery workshops, requirements gathering, and process mapping with senior business stakeholders.
- Design and deliver NetSuite configurations, customisations, and workflows across core finance and operational processes.
- Architect and oversee integrations between NetSuite and third‑party systems including CRM, HCM, WMS, eCommerce, and data platforms.
- Lead testing, data migration, cutover, and go‑live activities to ensure stable deployment.
- Produce documentation and deliver training to support adoption and continuous improvement.
Your Skills & Experience
- Strong experience leading complex NetSuite implementations as a Developer, Consultant, or Architect.
- Proven capability designing scalable NetSuite architectures aligned to business transformation goals.
- Hands‑on expertise with SuiteScript, NetSuite workflows, configurations, and custom records.
- Strong functional knowledge across finance, order management, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.
- Experience integrating NetSuite with enterprise systems such as CRM, HCM, WMS, and eCommerce platforms.
- Confident stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
How to Apply
Apply now to discuss this contract opportunity in more detail and explore how you could make a significant impact on a global NetSuite transformation programme.
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Senior Data Engineer (AWS, Airflow, DBT)
Nottingham
£80000 - £100000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNottingham, Nottinghamshire
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Senior Data Engineer
Up to £100,000 + Benefits
Remote – UK
This is a great opportunity to join a high‑growth organisation where you can take ownership of end‑to‑end data engineering projects and play a key role in shaping a modern, scalable data platform.
THE COMPANY:
This a next‑generation sports betting and gaming platform built for a new wave of players. Combining sharp product thinking, bold branding and fast execution.
THE ROLE:
You will take ownership of the full data engineering lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
- Owning end‑to‑end data engineering projects across the platform
- Designing, building and optimising scalable data pipelines using Python, SQL and modern orchestration tools
- Developing robust data models aligned with industry best practices
- Ensuring high standards of data quality through testing, monitoring and alerting
- Driving engineering best practices, contributing to code reviews and mentoring other engineers
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
You will bring strong capability in:
- Python and advanced SQL
- Building and maintaining production‑grade data pipelines
- Modern data orchestration tools (e.g. Dagster, Airflow, Prefect)
- Data modelling methodologies (Kimball, Data Vault, etc.)
- Engineering best practices including testing, version control and clean code
- AWS experience
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary of up to £100,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance, income protection, flexible working, enhanced holiday entitlement and a fully supported home‑office setup.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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Senior Account Analytics Analyst
London
£45000 - £60000
+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights
PermanentLondon
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Senior Account Analytics Analyst
London (Hybrid) | Up to £60,000 | Mid-Senior (3-5 years)
We’re looking for a Senior Account Analytics Analyst to join a fast-paced analytics team within a digital marketing environment.
In this role, you’ll work across multiple client accounts, turning large-scale marketing and consumer data into actionable insights that improve campaign performance and drive business growth.
What you’ll do:
* Analyse online and offline marketing & consumer data
* Deliver insights to optimise campaign performance and ROI
* Support Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) development and interpretation
* Conduct hands-on analysis using SQL, Python, or R
* Present insights to clients and internal stakeholders
* Work closely with cross-functional teams (sales, product, media, account teams)
What we’re looking for:
* 3-5 years’ experience in analytics / marketing analytics / data science
* Strong statistical knowledge (A/B testing, confidence intervals, model uncertainty)
* Experience with MMM or similar modelling techniques
* Strong SQL and/or Python/R skills
* Experience with BI tools (e.g. Tableau)
* Understanding of digital advertising and targeting methods
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
About you:
You’re analytical, curious, and confident translating complex data into simple, actionable insights. You enjoy working with multiple stakeholders and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Find out more and apply via the link below.
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