Senior AI Engineer (12 months Fixed Term Contract)

Molecular Devices

Molecular Devices

Software Engineering, Data Science
Cambridge, UK
Posted on Monday, September 9, 2024

For over 25 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together, each bringing our own unique perspectives to make an impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly drive science forward.

The Senior AI Engineer is responsible for spear-heading development and operation of automated and scalable AI solutions that generate market insights and high-quality leads, enhancing customer engagement and directly driving sales.

This position reports to the AI Integration Manager and is part of the Data Science and AI Team located in Cambridge, UK, and will be on-site. At Abcam, our vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide.

This role will initially be a 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Spearhead development, embedding, automation and operation of scalable AI Applications.

  • Drive best practices in code quality, documentation and software development lifecycle.

  • Ensure technical quality and reliability of AI solutions through rigorous testing, validation, and implementing frameworks for scalable data ingestion.

  • Optimize AI Application performance and efficiency through feature engineering.

  • Collaborate across teams to drive AI innovation, while expanding your expertise within an experienced, inclusive, and international team.

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • BSc or MSc in a field related to Software Development (or equivalent, proven experience).

  • Multiple years of industry experience.

  • Proficient in Python, software development and application of AI models.

  • Highly-skilled in realizing the full potential of LLM-based AI frameworks (e.g. OpenAI).

  • Experience with GitLab, PyCharm, SQL, MLflow, Airflow, AWS, data structures, data platforms and data integration.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • Commercial awareness and understanding of Sales and Marketing strategies.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Familiarity with CDPs, MDM and data and software security concepts.

If you would like to be a part of a collaborative, international team and a fast-paced, growing business with a focus on AI, please do apply!

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.