Lead Engineer reference: 0000066533

Opportunity for a Lead Engineer in Generative AI at Barclays

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Engineer to join a dynamic team at Barclays, focusing on the development of Generative AI (GenAI) features. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI within the organization, creating applications used daily by thousands of colleagues and driving efficiency across the business.

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in GenAI, you will be instrumental in guiding Barclays' AI strategy. This role offers a chance to work with cutting-edge technology and make a tangible impact on a global financial institution.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Impactful Work: Develop and deploy applications used by a large user base, directly contributing to increased business efficiency.
• Strategic Influence: Become a key advisor on Barclays' Generative AI strategy, influencing its direction and adoption.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work extensively with Large Language Models (LLMs) and leading AWS services (Bedrock, Lambda, S3, Lex, CloudWatch).
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for mentorship, developing team members, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Career Advancement: This role is positioned at an Assistant Vice President (AVP) level, offering significant leadership and influence.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within cross-functional teams, collaborating with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers.
• Location Options: The role is based out of either the Radbroke or London-Shoreditch campus.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

• Technical Expertise: A strong background in Python and experience with LLMs are essential.
• Cloud Proficiency: Demonstrated experience with AWS services, particularly those related to AI and data processing, is required.
• AI Fundamentals: You should be adept at evaluating LLMs and optimizing prompts for performance and accuracy.
• Leadership and Mentorship: The role demands strong communication, collaboration, and the ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Domain Knowledge: Experience developing AI applications within a regulated organization is highly valued, showcasing an understanding of compliance and security.
• DevOps and Data Engineering: Familiarity with data engineering concepts and DevOps practices (CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, Docker, ECS/EKS) will be beneficial.
• Risk and Controls: Candidates will be assessed on their understanding of risk management, controls, and business acumen, crucial in a financial services environment.
• Barclays Values: A commitment to demonstrating Barclays' core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset (Empower, Challenge, Drive), is expected.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking engineer who is passionate about Generative AI and eager to contribute to a leading financial institution. If you possess the required technical skills, a knack for leadership, and a desire to drive innovation, this opportunity offers a rewarding path for career advancement and professional development.