Junior AI Software Engineer

Global Tech Recruitment
London, United Kingdom
Last week
£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Junior
Education
A-level
Posted
18 Apr 2026 (Last week)

About the Role

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Junior AI Software Engineers, no previous experience in AI, software development, or IT is required. Whether you're looking to start your first role in tech or make a complete career change, this opportunity is designed to give you a structured path into the growing field of artificial intelligence and software engineering.

This is a full-time, entry level position offering full on-the-job training. Your journey will begin with a 3 month training and induction programme, where you'll learn the practical skills needed to succeed in your role. From there, you’ll continue to develop your knowledge while contributing to real world projects alongside experienced engineers.

Education Requirement: A-Level or equivalent

Why This Role is Right for You

You do not need a degree or any prior coding experience

You have a minimum of A-Level education (or equivalent)

You’re looking to start a career in tech or change career paths

You’re motivated to learn, grow, and work in a fast paced, supportive environment

You’re excited by the idea of working in the field of AI and software development

What We Offer

£40,000 starting salary

Full-time, permanent position

No prior experience required- full on the job training provided

A structured 3-month training and induction programme to get you up to speed

Career progression opportunities into software development, AI engineering, data science, and more

A supportive team environment where continuous learning is encouraged

Work on real AI driven software projects with hands-on mentorship

Key Responsibilities

After completing the training programme, your responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the development and testing of AI based software applications

Writing, reviewing, and debugging code under guidance from senior developers

Learning and applying best practices in software engineering and version control

Supporting project teams with data preparation and integration tasks

Participating in team meetings, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions

Ideal Candidate Profile

Minimum of A-Level education (or equivalent)

No degree or industry experience required

Strong willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Logical thinker with good attention to detail

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Interest in technology and a desire to build a long term career in the tech industry

Demonstrates a strong understanding of AI ethics, including fairness, transparency, accountability, and responsible use of data and algorithms

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the first step into a future-proof industry, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief statement on why you're interested in this opportunity

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