AI Software Development Technical Lead

Kneat enables regulated organizations to move from paper-based validation to intelligent, digitized, paperless solutions. And we do it through the ongoing development of a powerful, purpose-built software platform. In 2014, after 8 years of intensive software development, we launched the world’s most advanced validation software to help revolutionize the speed, precision, transparency and intelligence of validation in the Life Sciences sector. The

solution is now used by some of the world’s leading Life Sciences companies.

What we’re looking for

As Kneat continues to expand, we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly skilled and results-driven software engineer with proven experience in designing, developing, and implementing AI solutions to join our Software Development team as a Technical Lead.

Position overview:

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our AI capabilities while leading complex technical initiatives that will define our journey towards Agentic AI. You will be working at the forefront of AI technology, dedicated to driving innovation and technical leadership, with a focus on designing, developing, and deploying intelligent, autonomous agents that leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) that will streamline document validation operations.

Responsibilities

As part of the AI team and reporting to our Software Development Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for setting the technical direction for the team while also taking the latest research and tools and shaping them into viable AI-powered solutions( reliable, scalable, secure and production-ready) to enhance our product suite. Providing leadership, encouraging innovation within the team and contributing to the continuous growth and improvement of our software will also be part of the remit.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

Core
Technical Competencies:

7+ years in AI/ML/data science or software architecture role.
Computer Science degree or similar preferred
Must have deployed a real, large-scale AI system(Not a PoC).
Fluent in modern AI tooling
Extensive expertise in designing and architecting agentic workflows and frameworks, enabling the development of robust, multi-step AI solutions powered by Large Language Models (LLMs). Demonstrates advanced skills in orchestrating tool-using autonomous agents, alongside a deep proficiency in prompt engineering, context management, and navigating the nuances of LLM behaviour to deliver impactful, production-ready AI systems.
Familiarity with cloud technologies, containers and microservices an advantage e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Git
Excellent communication skills
Other Skills: Agile methodologies, RESTful APIs, Microservices architecture
Additional Bonus: Frontend knowledge of React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and related technologies and backend experience with C#/.Net, Python, APIs and databases

Duties will include

Responsible for setting technical direction, providing leadership and encouraging innovation
Driving AI-powered enhancements to our product suite
Contribute to the overall technical architecture
Assist with technical documentation
Collaborate closely with the Product Management & UX teams, the wider Engineering team and customer support to deliver high-quality software and provide first-class support for our solutions.
Champion engineering best practices, raising the bar for code quality, engineering and operational excellence for both your team and the broader organization.
Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to accelerate development workflows and help pioneer new approaches to building software.
Provide technical insights to the team on relevant emerging technologies.
Contribute actively to internal knowledge sharing forums
Assist with the hiring and integration of new members into a team
Work closely with and build relationships with technical lead peers across the organisation

With the Product & UX teams

Assess feature requests on the product backlog and actively contribute to the product planning process.
Break feature requests down into small, manageable items to aid the product planning and staging items with teams.
Identify and prioritize technical items for the product backlog
Help clarify technical problems during the product planning process

With the Engineering team

Breakdown items for sprint planning
Oversee the pull request process and code review process within a team.
Help clarify any technical problem during a team software development process
Provide technical training, mentoring and support to the development team
Manage specific refactoring tasks throughout project phases
Identify and prioritize technical items for a team’s sprint backlog
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members

What we offer you

At Kneat, we truly value ideas and collaboration so we’ve created an environment that builds, protects, and celebrates teamwork. Our strong culture is central to our continued success.

We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful and growing technology company.

A fantastic culture, team, and energy.
Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Flexible work arrangements.
Training and professional development.

All applicants will need to fulfill the requirements necessary to obtain a background check.

Kneat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs to perform these essential functions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to complete this application form, please contact us at +353 (0)612 038 26 (Ext 2004) or email us at hr@kneat.com for assistance.

Location

Limerick, Munster (Hybrid)

Department

R&D

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

AI Technical Lead

Benefits

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