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Artificial intelligence engineer

Solve problems by using data and technology to build AI systems.

About the job

Salary (before tax)

Weekly (average)

£1,140

Monthly (average)

£4,560

Yearly (average)

£59,280

Salary figures refer to this job and similar ones with comparable skills and qualifications. They only apply to Scotland.

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What it's like

Want to shape the future of Scotland? Artificial intelligence (AI) is the way to do it. As an AI engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation. You'll program and train intelligent systems that tackle real-world challenges.

You might work with self-driving cars, making them safe for use on Scotland's roads. Or you could build healthcare models used to predict and prevent disease outbreaks. Many industries would look to your expertise to help take them into the future.

It's a role where you'll need a lot of technical knowledge. By writing code, you'll develop algorithms that use AI. You'll use data analytics to unlock insights. Machine learning will help you design systems that become smarter and more efficient the more they're used.

This career is perfect for creative problem-solvers who love working with technology. If you want to make a lasting difference, unleash your potential through a career in AI.

Your tasks might include:

  • designing, testing and developing AI models

  • working with large amounts of data to train AI models 

  • creating and improving machine learning algorithms

  • maintaining and improving existing AI systems

  • keeping up with the latest AI advancements

  • explaining complex information to others

  • writing code in a variety of languages

  • collaborating with data scientists and software engineers

Hours

In many roles, you'll work 35 to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Some employers will offer a flexible approach. There may be evening or weekend work depending on the project you work on.

Environment

You'll work from an office, at home or both. The role involves long periods sitting at a desk and looking at screens.

Travel

Travel likely won't be a big part of the job. You might visit clients, go to other offices to collaborate or travel for conferences.

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