Software Engineer (GenAI)
On site
Manchester, United Kingdom
Full Time
03-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer (GenAI) to join a forward-thinking company offering a strong team working environment, training and excellent career progression.
Our strategy is to have a cross-functional development team, with team members working on all areas of our technology stack and propositions.
What we're looking for:
We’re seeking an energetic and driven software developer with strong skills and/or interest in Generative AI and large language models to help us deliver cutting-edge GenAI solutions across our business. This is a unique opportunity to not only work with advanced AI technologies but also build and deliver innovative solutions for our business and stakeholders. People who are excited by GenAI technology, love pushing the boundaries of what's possible while at the same time keeping an eye on the bigger picture and ensuring the best outcomes for our stakeholders by providing straightforward but robust solutions.
Key technical skills:
Strong knowledge and deep experience of Python programming, libraries and toolchains
Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) like GPT, Gemini, and open-source models such as Lama and MRR
Solid understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Git based source control and JIRA
Bonus points for:
Knowledge/experience working with Cloud, preferably AWS
Knowledge of AI/ML and latest AI trends & technologies
Familiarity in LLM frameworks and libraries such as LangChain, Langfuse, LiteLLM
CI / CD / Docker / Kubernetes
Soft skills:
Agile / SCRUM
Strong technical, problem solving and communication skills
Keen to learn and develop new technical& non-technical skills
Passionate, self-starting, flexible and enjoy working in fast-paced environments
About us:
AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 561,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £89.5 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.
Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.
Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years and in 2024 named a Great Place to Work®.
At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles.
What we offer:
Starting holiday entitlement of 25, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme
A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 6%
Discretionary bonus scheme
Annual free share awards scheme
Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme
Health Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealth
Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan
Free onsite gym
Employee Assistance Programme
Bike loan scheme
Sick pay+ pledge
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
Loans for travel season tickets
Death in service scheme
Paid time off for volunteer work
Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice
Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more
Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops
Ongoing technical training
Professional qualification support
Talent development programmes
Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off
Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches
Casual dress code
Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals
Hybrid working:
At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you’ll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.
AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
About the Company
AJ Bell was formed in 1995 and is now one of the leading online investment platforms in the UK. We provide customers and advisers with wide investment choice, low-cost delivery, market leading online functionality and first class service to help them manage investment portfolios within SIPPs, ISAs and Dealing accounts. We are a fast growing and profitable company, with over 542,000 customers and £86.5 billion of assets under administration. We are part of the FTSE 250 on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. Know more
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