Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client who are looking to recruit an experienced AI accelerator lead to join their team based in the Southampton area. JOB DETAILS
PAY RATE: £79,079 - £92,258
WORK TYPE: Permanent
WORK PATTERN: Full Time
LOCATION: Southampton
JOB ROLE
AI Accelerator Lead
JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:
Programme Leadership: Design and operate the AI Accelerator as a structured, high-impact programme that drives experimentation, rapid prototyping, and capability development across OS.
Exploration & Innovation: Investigate emerging AI techniques, identify high-value applications, and surface associated risks and opportunities for the business.
Technical Delivery: Own the design and build of prototypes, write production-grade code, conduct code reviews, and guide the transition from concept to scalable solution.
Capability Building: Mentor participants, energise the AI Guild, and curate learning resources to strengthen skills and foster a culture of responsible experimentation.
Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with product, data, and technology teams to align initiatives with strategic priorities and ethical standards.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:
Proven experience in AI/ML engineering, software development, and technical leadership
Strong understanding of modern AI techniques (LLMs, agentic systems, orchestration frameworks)
Ability to write production-grade code and define engineering best practices
Skilled in programme design, stakeholder engagement, and the evaluation of impact
Passion for responsible AI adoption, including human-in-the-loop workflows and ethical application
Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and secure software engineering practices
Ability to mentor, inspire, and influence across diverse teams
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging AI technologies and industry best practices
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Josh Savage at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
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