Ai Software Engineer

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

We are seeking an experienced AI Software Engineer to join a growing engineering and technology team in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative AI-driven solutions, taking ideas from concept through to deployment while collaborating with multidisciplinary and international teams.

• Location:
  Gloucester
• On Site:
  Onsite

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement AI-based solutions to address complex business and engineering challenges
• Create prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and production-ready AI applications
• Develop and maintain Python-based software solutions following engineering best practices
• Support the deployment, optimisation, and continuous improvement of AI systems
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and promote knowledge sharing across teams
• Work closely with colleagues across global locations to support project delivery

Required Skills:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in AI, machine learning, or software engineering roles
• Proven experience designing, prototyping, and delivering AI solutions
• Solid software engineering fundamentals, including code quality, testing, and version control
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work autonomously
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
  , or
  equivalent
  military experience
  .
• Experience deploying, maintaining, or supporting AI solutions in production environments
• Exposure to MLOps, cloud platforms, or AI deployment pipelines
• Experience working with international or globally distributed teams
• Knowledge of software deployment and operational support practices

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and…