JOB- Junior Prompt Engineer

LOCATION- Reading (Hybrid)

TERM- Permanent

SALARY- £45,000 to £60,000 per annum

BENEFITS – Pension, Hybrid Working, Training & Development, Career Progression, Annual Leave, Company Benefits etc.

We are an innovative technology company developing cutting-edge AI solutions for a diverse range of commercial clients. As we continue to invest in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, we are looking to expand our growing AI team with the addition of a Junior Prompt Engineer.

We are looking to hire a Junior Prompt Engineer with a passion for Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to work alongside experienced AI Engineers and Software Developers, helping to design, test, and optimise AI-powered solutions used across a variety of real-world applications.

The Junior Prompt Engineer MUST have:

• A degree qualification (2:1 or above preferred) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or another STEM discipline

• A genuine interest in Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)

• Basic to intermediate Python programming skills

• Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar LLMs

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)

• A willingness to learn, develop, and build a career within AI

The Junior Prompt Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• An understanding of prompt engineering principles and AI best practices

• Experience working with OpenAI, Anthropic, or Azure OpenAI APIs would be beneficial

• Knowledge of AI frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar

• Familiarity with Git and GitHub version control

• Experience with SQL and REST APIs would be advantageous

• Knowledge of vector databases and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts would be beneficial

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS

• Experience using automation tools such as Power Automate, n8n, or Zapier would be advantageous

• A proactive approach with a passion for learning new technologies

The Junior Prompt Engineer role will involve:

• Designing and refining prompts to improve the performance, accuracy, and reliability of AI models

• Building AI workflows that integrate Large Language Models, APIs, databases, and automation platforms

• Testing and evaluating AI model performance through prompt optimisation and benchmarking

• Working closely with software engineers and stakeholders to develop AI-powered applications

• Applying Python and prompt engineering techniques to solve real-world business challenges

• Researching emerging AI technologies and recommending improvements to existing solutions

• Maintaining prompt libraries, technical documentation, and AI best practices

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and salary expectations.