About us
Over the last 18 years, we have helped over a million satisfied customers move and manage their money. Our award-winning product portfolio allows our customers to make low-cost multi-currency payments across various payment products. From travel money to transfers, currency hedging, to expense management, we are focused on a single goal of making it easy for our customers to manage and move their money.
As a business, we are committed to delivering value to our customers through the combination of advanced payments technology and personal expert service. We’re doing this by hiring exceptional people and are now looking for a Senior Platform Engineer (with AI focus) to join our team.
Within our offices in London, Chester and Los Angeles and Europe, Equals comprises of three business lines and brands - Equals Money, FairFX and CardOneMoney. You will join a very close-knit, talented and supportive team from various backgrounds who believe that bringing different perspectives together helps us understand our customers' needs. United, by one thing, making money management straightforward and cost-effective for our customers.
About the role
Join our cutting-edge technology team as a Senior Platform Engineer (with AI focus)! We operate in agile teams, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment. As part of our exceptional team of 80+ engineers, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a groundbreaking new product that will shape the future of our platform.
Leveraging the power of Amazon Bedrock, you'll play a pivotal role in harnessing the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning to create innovative solutions that push boundaries. Our team thrives on continuous learning, problem-solving, and driving meaningful impact.
If you're passionate about AI/ML, eager to work on challenging projects, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team that values creativity, diversity, and a shared commitment to excellence.
About you
We believe that certain skills are essential in order to be successful in this role and these are detailed below. You may not have all the other skills we have outlined as desirable, we understand that and will still welcome your application. We will carry out individual interviews for shortlisted candidates and assess who is best suited for the role after we have discussed everything with you.
Essential Skills Extensive experience in engineering backend solutions using Node.js, including building RESTful APIs and working with relational databases
Some professional experience implementing AI/ML solutions at scale
Experience integrating code with GenAI Foundation Models via AWS Bedrock
Strong knowledge of AWS services and appropriate usage patterns
Standard software engineering practices such as Git, Agile, CI/CD, TDD, etc.
Great problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges
Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Thorough knowledge of high-level AI concepts such as RAG, fine-tuning, prompt engineering and multi-modality
A self-starter who will take ownership of engineering appropriate solutions from conception through to delivery
A passion for staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and best practices
Our investment in you We welcome people into Equals and desire to grow and develop our talented teams. We believe in teamwork and celebrating our successes. We strive to embrace our values. We want to put you in the driving seat of your career and achieve your full potential through growth opportunities and developmental support. When you join Equals, we aim to help you to get more out of your career. We will also offer you the following benefits; Benefits A competitive salary benchmarked against a peer group.
25 days holiday per year + your birthday off
Opportunities for progression, development and learning new skills - £250 towards the cost of learning & development.
Free onsite Nuffield Health gym & pool (London) and discounted gym membership elsewhere
GetActive with Aviva - Health and Wellbeing discounts on services and products
Interbank currency rates on travel money and international transfers.
Bupa Private Healthcare
Free Eye Test and £50 up to the cost of glasses
EAP Service - Mental Health Services
Life Assurance Policy - x3 annual salary
Contributory pension scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Season Ticket Loans
Enhanced Parental Policies
Complimentary tea, coffee, soft drinks and fruit
We operate a hybrid working arrangement where possible
Where possible we offer the opportunity to work flexibly and the opportunity to balance some remote working with time in the office collaborating, taking part in events and developing the social connections that make working with us rewarding. Equals strives to create a workplace where we can all be ourselves. We believe in inclusion, equality and the power of diversity, so you'll be encouraged to bring your unique perspectives and experiences, and help us understand what you need to do your best work.
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Essential Skills Extensive experience in engineering backend solutions using Node.js, including building RESTful APIs and working with relational databases
Some professional experience implementing AI/ML solutions at scale
Experience integrating code with GenAI Foundation Models via AWS Bedrock
Strong knowledge of AWS services and appropriate usage patterns
Standard software engineering practices such as Git, Agile, CI/CD, TDD, etc.
Great problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges
Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Thorough knowledge of high-level AI concepts such as RAG, fine-tuning, prompt engineering and multi-modality
A self-starter who will take ownership of engineering appropriate solutions from conception through to delivery
A passion for staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and best practices
Our investment in you We welcome people into Equals and desire to grow and develop our talented teams. We believe in teamwork and celebrating our successes. We strive to embrace our values. We want to put you in the driving seat of your career and achieve your full potential through growth opportunities and developmental support. When you join Equals, we aim to help you to get more out of your career. We will also offer you the following benefits; Benefits A competitive salary benchmarked against a peer group.
25 days holiday per year + your birthday off
Opportunities for progression, development and learning new skills - £250 towards the cost of learning & development.
Free onsite Nuffield Health gym & pool (London) and discounted gym membership elsewhere
GetActive with Aviva - Health and Wellbeing discounts on services and products
Interbank currency rates on travel money and international transfers.
Bupa Private Healthcare
Free Eye Test and £50 up to the cost of glasses
EAP Service - Mental Health Services
Life Assurance Policy - x3 annual salary
Contributory pension scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Season Ticket Loans
Enhanced Parental Policies
Complimentary tea, coffee, soft drinks and fruit
We operate a hybrid working arrangement where possible
Where possible we offer the opportunity to work flexibly and the opportunity to balance some remote working with time in the office collaborating, taking part in events and developing the social connections that make working with us rewarding. Equals strives to create a workplace where we can all be ourselves. We believe in inclusion, equality and the power of diversity, so you'll be encouraged to bring your unique perspectives and experiences, and help us understand what you need to do your best work.
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