Role overview
We are seeking an AI Engineer to support the design, vision, deployment, and ongoing improvement of backend AI-driven automation systems.
This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role suited to someone who can translate real business workflows into working systems using a mix of AI models and no-code or low-code tools. You will work closely with the core team to help accelerate development of our recruitment and operational automation systems.
This role is offered on a contract / performance-based basis, with scope to expand responsibilities and progression as the project grows.
Responsibilities
- Design and build backend AI agents using large language models such as OpenAI, Claude, or similar
- Implement automation workflows using tools such as Flowise, LangChain, Replit, Make, or Zapier
- Convert real business processes into automated systems (e.g. recruitment flows, bookings, reminders, CRM updates)
- Integrate third-party services such as WhatsApp, email platforms, Google Calendar, forms, and APIs
- Monitor, test, and refine agent performance based on usage and feedback
- Maintain clear documentation of logic, workflows, and system structure
- Support internal testing and iteration as systems are prepared for client use
- Collaborate with the core team to improve reliability, scalability, and clarity of outputs
- Demonstrable experience building AI-powered workflows or agents using LLM APIs
- Experience with no-code or low-code automation tools (e.g. Flowise, LangChain, Zapier, Make, Replit)
- Ability to design logic-driven workflows with conditions, variables, and error handling
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and deliver reliably
- Experience building systems intended for real-world use, not just prototypes
- Eager and hungry to learn
- Able to deal with constructive criticism and use feedback to improve your work
- Python scripting or backend logic experience
- Experience with recruitment systems, CRM automation, or service-based business workflows
- API integrations with platforms such as Stripe, Calendly, or Shopify
- Familiarity with lightweight dashboards using Notion, Airtable, or Google Sheets
- Commission per client system delivered
- Upsell bonus of 19.5% for advanced features, logic expansions, or integrations you help design and implement
- Potential progression into longer-term collaboration or leadership responsibilities based on performance
- A simple backend AI automation you have built (or build specifically for this application)
- Example use cases: recruitment flow, booking system, CRM update, reminder automation
- A 2-3 minute video demonstrating the system and explaining:
- CV or portfolio
- Link to your demo video, if you have one (Google Drive, Notion, or YouTube)
- A short paragraph (maximum 100 words) explaining your interest in backend AI automation
Benefits
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee mentoring programme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Flexitime
- Profit sharing
- Referral programme
- Work from home
- Are you available for immediate start?
- Are you able to deal with constructive criticism and use feedback to improve your work?
- Are you willing to go beyond assigned tasks when appropriate by taking initiative?
- Please briefly state the type of work authorisation or visa you hold.
- United Kingdom (required)
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