Lead AI Engineer Location: Ireland (Hybrid) Type: Permanent Overview We are seeking a Senior Lead AI Engineer to design and deliver advanced AI-driven platforms and agent-based systems.
This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership capability and a passion for building scalable, production-grade AI solutions.
Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of enterprise-scale AI and multi-agent systems Architect robust, scalable, and fault-tolerant AI platforms Implement AI safety, guardrails, and evaluation frameworks Drive best practices in AI engineering, prompt design, and system optimisation Build and optimise AI workflows, orchestration layers, and performance strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end AI solutions Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across AI initiatives Evaluate and integrate emerging AI technologies and frameworks Required Experience 8–10+ years in software engineering, including 2+ years in AI/ML Strong expertise in Python and modern AI frameworks (e.g., agent-based systems) Experience with:Prompt engineering and LLM optimisationVector databases and semantic searchDistributed systems and cloud-native architecturesDocker, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code Proven track record of leading complex technical projects or teams Strong understanding of responsible AI, bias, and governance Nice to Have Experience with agent orchestration frameworks Exposure to Model Context Protocol (MCP) or similar Background in AI experimentation and applied research Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI, or related field What's on Offer Competitive salary + bonus Hybrid working model Strong focus on learning, development, and career progression Comprehensive benefits package (healthcare, pension, etc.) Eligibility Must have the right to work in Ireland #LI-SK5