Principal AI Engineer, Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC)

Principal AI Engineer, Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC)

Department/School: School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems

Campus: Derry~Londonderry OR Belfast

Salary: £60,001 per annum

Duration: Fixed-Term until 31st August 2028 / Full-time

Closing Date: 16th November 2025 at 23:30

Reference Number: 038846

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

The Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) is a £16.3M investment by InvestNI and the Department for the Economy to create a partnership between Ulster University and Queen's University, based predominantly in Belfast and Derry/Londonderry.

The AICC has the aim of increasing the use of AI by local companies in Northern Ireland by collaborating on a series of applied technology projects. It offers an exciting opportunity for the successful candidates to help lead a world-class team delivering real-world value from AI and engaging with a wide range of academics involved in applying AI in their research and with industry.

As a Principal AI Engineer in the AICC team, you will work with the AICC Research Lead to develop the skills and experience of the full team of AI/ML engineers. You will provide day-to-day leadership for the team, specifically around framing and delivering collaborative research and development efforts with companies across a wide range of areas such as AI, ML & Data Science.

We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department/Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

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• A degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline. 
  
• Substantial, demonstrable experience in a senior technical leadership role within AI, Data Science, or closely related fields.
  
• A proven track record of delivering ambitious, innovative technology solutions to demanding commercial or industrial clients to tight deadlines.
  

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Athena SWAN Statement 

The School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.