Graduate Generative AI Engineer - 4 month Fixed Term Contract

Sagentia Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading science and engineering company in Cambridge is seeking a Graduate Generative AI Engineer for a 4-month fixed-term contract starting in January 2026. The role involves developing Microsoft AI Copilot Agents to automate workflows, providing exposure to real-world projects and opportunities for career growth. Candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field and experience with Microsoft technologies. Competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics.
• Experience developing Microsoft Copilot Agents with Power Automate or Power Apps.

Responsibilities

• Develop Microsoft AI Copilot Agents to automate internal workflows.
• Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft’s cutting-edge AI tools.

Skills

Experience developing Microsoft Copilot Agents

Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics

Python programming language

Education

Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Excel, Power BI)

Job description

Graduate Generative AI Engineer - 4 month Fixed Term Contract

Department: Software

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Cambridge

Description

Sagentia Innovation is a science and engineering company providing product advisory and development services across sectors including medical, food and beverage, consumer, defence, industrial systems, chemicals, and energy.

We partner with clients from leading global brands to startups to identify growth opportunities through innovative solutions, taking pride in their success.

Our projects span surgical robots for minimally invasive surgery, non-invasive prenatal testing, precision agricultural machinery, and mobile apps for implantable devices, among others.

We are seeking a passionate and creative entry- level Graduate Generative AI Engineer to help us augment internal workflows through automation and AI.

This Fixed Term Contract will begin in January 2026 for fourth months. You will be based on-site 5 days a week in our Harston Office, Cambridgeshire.

It is a unique opportunity for a recent graduate to apply your academic knowledge in practice, with freedom to experiment and learn in a leading science and engineering company that offers product advisory and development services driven by insight and invention.

This role offers invaluable exposure to real-world projects, providing a strong foundation for your future career growth.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will primarily develop Microsoft AI Copilot Agents within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem to automate internal workflows and unlock new possibilities.

You will gain hands‑on experience with Microsoft’s cutting‑edge AI tools and the Copilot ecosystem while working in a dynamic technical consultancy environment.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field
• Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics

Required

• Experience developing Microsoft Copilot Agents with Power Automate, or Power Apps to automate tasks and streamline workflows.

Beneficial

• Demonstration of ability to design and implement AI‑driven agentic solutions based on user requirements
• Previous exposure to a technical consultancy environment
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Power BI).
• Python programming language

Benefits

Competitive Salary