AI Research Engineer – Python / LLMs
* Contract length: 31/12/2025 - potential to extend for 24 months or permanent conversion
* Location: London 3 days per week
* Salary: £89,000- £98,000
A leading global technology company is seeking an
AI Research Engineer
to help advance cutting-edge AI agent capabilities. This role involves
prototyping, testing, and benchmarking AI systems
to deliver best-in-class performance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create and optimize test prompts for AI agents.
* Experiment with prompt engineering to steer AI behaviour.
* Implement and debug AI agent tool calls in Python/PHP.
* Build high-quality benchmarks for AI models.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
* Strong Python programming skills.
* Experience in Generative AI and LLM research.
* Hands-on work with AI agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, MCP).
* Familiarity with software architecture and source control.
Preferred:
* SQL or database interaction experience.
* Knowledge of open-source AI libraries.
Next steps to apply:
Apply now with word document cv or email your CV direct to for immediate review. CV deadline 02/10/2025