OakNorth

Junior Software Engineer – AI Native Pod

OakNorth

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Job Level

Entry Level

Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Research emerging AI tools, frameworks, and coding methods
  • Experiment with new approaches and validate technical feasibility
  • Identify operational bottlenecks and redesign them using AI-native solutions
  • Prototype rapidly using tools like Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, and Codex—then deploy into live environments
  • Translate technical capability into business value
  • Test and compare emerging AI tools for business impact
  • Contribute to AI governance, standards, and best practices

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of software development principles, best practices, and system design
  • Fluency in AI coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, Codex, ChatGPT, etc.)
  • Experience with Python and API integrations
  • Demonstrated ability to build projects or automations using AI tools
  • Ability to research AI concepts and translate them into practical business applications
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex processes
  • Clear communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and senior leaders
  • Curiosity, initiative, and passion for exploring new technologies
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple stakeholders, and deliver value in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
  • Direct exposure to multiple business functions and senior stakeholders
  • Hands-on experience designing and deploying automation and AI solutions in a regulated financial environment
  • Deep understanding of process optimization and automation best practices
  • The opportunity to contribute to the development of AI governance, standards, and best practices.
  • A portfolio of real AI and automation builds with measurable business impact
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonAPI integrationsAI coding toolssoftware development principlessystem designAI-native solutionsprototypingemerging AI toolsautomationtechnical feasibility
Soft Skills
problem-solvingcommunicationcuriosityinitiativepassion for technologyindependencestakeholder managementcross-functional collaborationability to deliver valueadaptability