Description
My client, a global consulting firm, are looking for a Gen AI Lead to join their AI Practice in London.
Role Overview:
As a Gen AI Lead, you will drive the development of innovative AI-powered applications, ensuring their smooth integration, high performance, and continuous advancement. This role combines hands-on technical involvement with strategic leadership, helping guide your team in building and scaling cutting-edge GenAI solutions. Your expertise in both backend and frontend systems, SaaS integrations, and AI/ML optimization will be essential as you empower your team to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Core Responsibilities:
Champion Chapter Growth:
- Lead the development and deepening of expertise in full-stack software engineering, particularly in GenAI and LLM technologies.
- Ensure alignment with the broader IT strategy.
- Keep the team ahead of the curve by staying informed about the latest advancements in GenAI frameworks, LLM approaches, and scalable system architecture.
- Build expertise in both frontend (React, Typescript) and backend (Python, Java) technologies.
- Become highly skilled in cloud infrastructure (AWS) and container management (Kubernetes/EKS).
Foster Team Development:
- Mentor and guide Chapter members to expand their knowledge in full-stack application development, LLM integration, and cloud-native architecture.
- Offer tailored training opportunities to ensure your team stays prepared for rapidly changing tech landscape.
- Work with Tech Area Lead to set clear development goals; nurture a culture of continuous improvement.
Promote Knowledge Sharing:
- Ensure Chapter members’ work aligns with overall technical strategy; drive efficiency & innovation.
- Share relevant industry insights & technical knowledge with other Chapters.
Resource and Talent Management:
- Collaborate with Product Owners & Tribe Leads to ensure each Squad has right mix of technical expertise/resources.
- Actively identify gaps; address them through targeted training or recruiting new talent.
Support Squad Objectives:
- Be an active participant within Squads; drive progress & support Chapter members' development.
- Facilitate learning opportunities; ensure Chapter is equipped for future technology trends.
Model Organizational Transformation:
- Lead by example to encourage organization’s shift toward collaborative working emphasizing Agile leadership principles.
- Cultivate positive culture within Chapter.
What You Excel At:
- Being a hands-on technical leader & mentor
- Inspiring & motivating your team
- Balancing high-level planning with day-to-day execution
- Building strong relationships with Product Owners/IT leadership
- Coaching/developing people
- Bringing data-informed approach to decision-making/problem-solving
- Thinking at systems level integrating architecture design/backend/frontend engineering/Ai/data systems
- Delivering full-stack features across multiple layers
What You Bring to the Table:
A degree in Computer Science or related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
10–12+ years experience in full-stack software engineering designing/delivering scalable/secure applications.