Senior AI Engineer at Checkout.com

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Python with key libraries such as PyTorch, Pandas, Hugging Face Transformers, or similar AI toolkits
  • Working knowledge of LLMs (e.g., GPT, BERT, Llama, Gemini) and experience applying them to solve business problems
  • Solid backend engineering skills, including designing and implementing RESTful APIs or microservices
  • Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, or Databricks) and data processing workflows (ETL, pipelines)
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to research, scope, and validate use cases for Generative AI that drive business value and innovation
  • Design and build APIs and microservices to integrate AI capabilities seamlessly into internal and external workflows
  • Support the development, tuning, and deployment of Generative AI models (e.g., chatbots, virtual assistants, and knowledge extraction)
  • Create scalable, reliable infrastructure for training, deploying, and monitoring AI models, leveraging cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and ensure adherence to best practices for model deployment, security, and compliance with global regulations
  • Develop intuitive, user-friendly interfaces to enable stakeholders to interact with AI-driven features
  • Continuously monitor and optimize system performance to ensure scalability, security, and operational efficiency

Skills

Generative AI
APIs
Microservices
Chatbots
Virtual Assistants
Knowledge Extraction
AWS
GCP
Azure
CI/CD
Model Deployment

Checkout.com

High-performance payments platform for enterprises

About Checkout.com

Checkout.com provides a payments platform that helps businesses process payments, send payouts, and manage card programs. The platform is designed for large enterprises and growing businesses, allowing them to handle high volumes of transactions quickly and reliably. It integrates with clients' existing systems and offers a range of payment services, generating revenue through transaction fees and subscriptions. Unlike many competitors, Checkout.com focuses on providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that supports the financial operations of its clients across the globe. The goal of Checkout.com is to streamline payment processes and enhance the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,780.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Work-life balance - Flexible working and plenty of time off to unwind. We’ll even give you your birthday off.
Recognition - Peer recognition program and quarterly Hero Awards. We celebrate success together.
Career development - Tailored career development and learning pathways. We’ll help you unlock your potential.
Celebrating diversity - Internal community groups and cultural events. We celebrate our differences.
Staying healthy - A global wellness programme and private health insurance. We support your wellbeing.
Security for the future - Comprehensive plans for you and your loved ones. We’ll take care of you.
Giving back - Employee-led community outreach, payroll giving and a volunteering day. We care about your causes.

Risks

Checkout.com faces increased competition from emerging fintech startups.
Economic instability in the UK and EU may impact Checkout.com's revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy could increase compliance costs.

Differentiation

Checkout.com offers payments in over 150 currencies with in-country acquiring.
The platform integrates fraud filters and reporting through a single API.
Checkout.com supports major international cards and local payment methods.

Upsides

Checkout.com is expanding in Japan, enhancing its global presence.
The partnership with Zing increases digital payment methods and product growth.
Checkout.com launched Octopus for online payments, a first for global PSPs.

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