Agentic AI Engineer (Artificial Intelligence Engineer)

Abu Dhabi, UAE | Full-time | Onsite

Relocation Supported

USD 100,000 – 200,000 base salary (depending on experience, education, and skill set)

An elite AI Quant team in Abu Dhabi. We are hiring an Agentic AI Engineer to work with large foundation models across multiple data modalities, including language, vision, multimodal, and structured data, using modern model architectures.

This is not a generic AI role and not a prompt-engineering position. You will help build next-generation machine learning platforms and tools, while contributing to meaningful, applied research. The team comprises highly accomplished engineers and researchers, with a strong emphasis on autonomy, ownership, and technical excellence.

What You’ll Do

Build AI and ML frameworks used in research and trading systems
Work with large foundation models across language, vision, multimodal, and structured data
Collaborate closely with AI researchers and engineers to design reliable, scalable systems
Ensure compatibility with modern cloud platforms, ML frameworks, and model architectures
Design and run large-scale experiments to evaluate and understand model behaviour
Analyse results and contribute to rigorous model evaluation and diagnostics
Help create the core platforms and tools that support advanced AI research

What We’re Looking For

Strong, hands-on experience with LLMs and foundation models
Advanced Python skills in a Linux environment
Solid understanding of machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI
Hands-on experience with multi-GPU training and distributed workloads
Proven ability to build high-performance, production-quality software
Experience with performance optimisation and algorithm tuning
Familiarity with parallel and distributed computing frameworks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Genuine interest in research, technology, and quantitative problem-solving
Comfortable using and adapting open-source tools and prototypes
Clear communicator who thrives in small, fast-moving teams
Motivated by a high-intensity environment and ownership-driven work

No finance or trading background required.

Why This Role

Competitive compensation focused on impact and value
Full health insurance coverage for employees and dependents
Free daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) at the office
Highly collaborative environment with a flat structure and direct executive exposure
High-impact work with visible ownership and responsibility
Abu Dhabi is a core AI hub for the firm, not a satellite office

📩 Apply for this role

This position is based in Abu Dhabi and requires relocation and full-time onsite work

Message directly at dana@durlstonpartners.com

Durlston Partners

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Artificial Intelligence Engineer