Tech Lead Python GenAI
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Job Summary
About Zinkworks
Zinkworks partners with leading Telecommunications and Financial Services organizations to modernize legacy systems migrate mission-critical platforms to the cloud and engineer AI-driven automation. From OSS transformation to rApp development and network intelligence our teams simplify complexity and turn it into competitive advantage. Based in Ireland and operating across the EU UK and US Zinkworks combines deep domain expertise with delivery excellence to help clients modernize faster and operate smarter.
The Role
As a Technical Lead you will be a hands-on technical authority within a flagship Agentic AI transformation programme for a major UK Telecommunications provider. Operating from our Innovation Hub in Athlone you will lead the design and delivery of AI-driven platforms that automate complex telecom operations.
You will sit at the intersection of architecture and execution taking high-level designs from Solution Architects and turning them into production-ready systems. You will lead by examplewriting code reviewing designs and guiding engineering teams through complex technical decisionswhile ensuring delivery remains scalable secure and aligned with enterprise standards.
This role is ideal for a senior engineer who wants to stay close to the code while shaping how large-scale AI and automation platforms are built.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership: Act as the technical authority for one or more delivery streams guiding architecture design decisions and implementation approaches.
Hands-On Development: Contribute directly to critical code paths across backend services AI orchestration and platform integration.
Design & Architecture: Translate solution architecture into detailed technical designs ensuring scalability security and maintainability.
Code Quality & Standards: Establish and enforce engineering standards conducting code reviews and promoting best practices.
AI & Automation Enablement: Lead the implementation of AI agents RAG pipelines and automation workflows in collaboration with AI Architects.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering Managers DevOps BAs and Product Owners to align technical execution with delivery goals.
Problem Solving: Troubleshoot complex technical issues across distributed systems cloud platforms and integrations.
Mentorship: Mentor senior and mid-level engineers supporting technical growth and knowledge sharing across teams.
Must-Have Skills
Extensive experience as a senior software engineer or technical lead in complex distributed systems.
Strong hands-on expertise in backend development (Python or similar) with modern frameworks.
Experience designing and delivering cloud-native systems on platforms such as GCP AWS or Azure.
Solid understanding of AI/ML or automation platforms including practical experience integrating LLM-based systems.
Strong knowledge of microservices architecture APIs and event-driven systems.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code.
Ability to evaluate trade-offs and make sound technical decisions under delivery pressure.
Excellent communication skills capable of explaining complex technical concepts clearly.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Telecom domain experience across RAN Core OSS/BSS or Fixed Access environments.
Hands-on experience with GenAI frameworks RAG pipelines or agentic architectures.
Experience with Kubernetes container orchestration or platform engineering.
Exposure to security compliance or regulated enterprise environments.
Inclusion & Diversity at Zinkworks
At Zinkworks we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity inclusion and belonging. We believe that our strength lies in the unique backgrounds perspectives and experiences of our team members. By embracing an inclusive environment we empower innovation and collaboration across all levels of our organisation. Based in Ireland we are proud to support and engage with our local communities through meaningful initiatives that promote equity and opportunity. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace as we actively contribute to creating a more inclusive and connected society for all.
Key Skills
- APIs
- Docker
- Jenkins
- REST
- Python
- AWS
- NoSQL
- MySQL
- JavaScript
- Postgresql
- Django
- GIT
About Company
Zinkworks is a trusted partner to Telecoms and Financial Services organizations around the world. We help modernize legacy systems, move mission-critical systems into the cloud, and exploit the power of AI-driven automation. Our people thrive in technically complex environments where ... View more
