Python/AI Software Engineer
MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a global organisation investing heavily in AI, automation and next-generation technology as they continue to build out their Belfast technology function.
Due to continued growth, they are hiring for both an AI Engineer and Senior AI Engineer to join a highly visible team working on enterprise-scale AI initiatives across a global business.
This role could be particularly well suited to a strong Python Software Engineer who has started moving into AI engineering and is looking to take that experience further. You don't need to come from a traditional Data Science or Machine Learning background - strong software engineering fundamentals combined with hands-on experience building AI solutions, working with LLMs or integrating AI into applications could be a great fit.
You'll have the opportunity to work on genuinely cutting-edge projects in a business where AI is becoming a key part of the wider technology strategy. The team are focused on building practical AI solutions that improve internal operations, automation, knowledge management and user experience across the organisation.
The environment would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on technically , solving complex problems and working with stakeholders to turn new AI capabilities into real-world solutions.
The RoleYou will work as part of a growing AI engineering function focused on designing, building and improving AI-driven applications and platforms across the business.
Projects currently include:
Generative AI and LLM applications
AI-powered automation
Integrating AI capabilities into existing software platforms
Machine learning solutions
AI platform and application engineering
Data-driven process improvement
AI governance, optimisation and experimentation
Building APIs and scalable services around AI solutions
The team are looking for engineers who can take ideas from proof of concept through to production , with a strong focus on building reliable, scalable and maintainable software.
At Senior level, you'll also have the opportunity to provide technical leadership, mentor other engineers, work closely with stakeholders and help shape engineering standards and best practice across AI delivery.
What You'll NeedWe're particularly interested in speaking with people who have a strong Python software engineering background and some commercial, hands-on experience working with AI.
You may come from an AI Engineering, Software Engineering, Machine Learning or Data Engineering background.
Ideally, you'll have:
Strong commercial experience with Python
Experience building production-quality software, APIs or applications
Some hands-on experience with AI / ML / Generative AI
Experience working with LLMs, AI APIs, AI agents or AI-enabled applications would be highly beneficial
Exposure to modern AI/ML frameworks and tooling
Experience working with AWS or Azure
Understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing, version control and deployment
Experience working with cloud-based or scalable applications
Strong problem-solving skills and a genuine interest in how AI can be applied to real-world business problems
Good communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
This is not a Data Scientist or Machine Learning Engineer. If you're a strong Software Engineer with Python expertise who has gained genuine hands-on AI experience and wants to move further into AI engineering, we'd be very interested in speaking with you.
Tech EnvironmentThe team work across a modern technology stack, with exposure to areas including:
Python
AWS / Azure
Generative AI & LLMs
AI APIs and tooling
TensorFlow / PyTorch / scikit-learn
AI automation and agent frameworks
REST APIs and platform engineering
Cloud-native development and deployment
You won't necessarily need experience across the full stack above - strong Python engineering ability and practical AI experience are the key requirements.
Why This Role?Join a global organisation making significant investment in AI and emerging technology
Work on real-world AI projects with tangible business impact
Opportunity to work across both software engineering and AI
Excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer looking to build a career in AI Engineering
Large-scale global projects and technically interesting challenges
Strong career progression and development opportunities
Collaborative engineering culture
Hybrid working
Belfast-based technology hub with significant long-term growth plans
Salary will depend on experience, with opportunities available at both AI Engineer and Senior AI Engineer level.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Rachael Walker, IT Recruitment Manager at MCS Group, on , or click the apply button below.
If this position is not right for you, we have others that are.
Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs or give us a call on .
All conversations will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Skills:
AI Engineers AI Python software engineer ML Machine learning engineer LLM
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