Senior Manager - Principal AI Engineer

A Principal AI Engineer in Gloucester leads the development and deployment of scalable, enterprise-grade AI systems within the audit technology domain. The role involves managing a team of AI engineers, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams including data scientists and software developers, to embed AI capabilities into audit processes. Responsibilities include designing, prototyping, and deploying AI solutions using platforms like Azure and Databricks, alongside implementing best practices in software engineering and MLOps. The candidate must oversee the entire AI lifecycle, ensure AI governance and security, and foster continuous team development. Technical expertise in machine learning, natural language processing, and cloud-based AI tools is essential, complemented by leadership and communication skills. The role supports the modernisation of audit practices through innovative, responsible AI applications, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.