AI Engineer

Talent Smart
Farringdon, Greater London, London, EC1M 4BJ, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£70,000 – £90,000 pa

Salary

£70,000 – £90,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Posted
15 Apr 2026 (2 weeks ago)

We are looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial Agentic AI Specialist to join our team. This role will focus on experimenting with, implementing, and scaling agentic AI solutions within a creative and operational environment. You will play a key role in shaping how AI is adopted, governed, and delivered across the business.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead experimentation with agentic AI systems and workflows

* Design, build, and deploy AI-driven solutions using tools such as Anthropic’s Claude ecosystem (including Claude and Claude Code)

* Translate emerging AI capabilities into practical, business-ready applications

* Drive delivery of AI initiatives from concept through to implementation

* Establish best practices around AI governance, risk management, and control

* Clearly articulate risks, limitations, and ethical considerations of AI systems

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into existing processes

* Stay at the forefront of developments in agentic AI and related technologies

Required Experience & Skills

* Strong understanding of agentic AI systems and autonomous workflows

* Hands-on experience with Claude, Claude Code, or similar AI platforms

* Background in IT, software development, or as a tech-focused entrepreneur

* Proven track record of delivering technology solutions end-to-end

* Ability to balance innovation with governance, control, and risk mitigation

* Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly

Preferred Background

* Experience in media, advertising, or creative industries

* Familiarity with implementing AI solutions in fast-paced, client-driven environments

* Experience working with emerging collaboration or AI workflow tools (e.g. Cowork or similar)

Who You Are

* An “agentic experimenter” who is curious, hands-on, and outcome-driven

* Comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping new roles or functions

* Both strategic and practical—able to think big while executing effectively

* A strong communicator who can bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders

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