AI Architect/Engineer

* Provide strategic architectural leadership for adopting agentic AI and LLM capabilities across the enterprise SDLC, reporting to an IBM Distinguished Engineer.
* Define the overarching architecture and governance frameworks for incorporating advanced AI patterns such as autonomous agents, multi‑agent workflows, and enterprise‑scale LLM integrations.
* Serve as the primary authority for advising senior client stakeholders on the organisational, technical, and SDLC implications of adopting agentic AI and LLM‑enabled systems.
* Work with external AI providers to shape long‑term collaboration models around LLM hosting, agent frameworks, safety testing, versioning, and operational support.
Nice to have skills:
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Set enterprise‑level architectural guardrails for the use of LLMs, including transparency, security, prompt governance, auditability, and alignment with responsible‑AI policies.
* Oversee architectural artefacts that describe how LLM and agentic AI components interact across multiple teams, systems, and business


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

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