Lightricks is an AI-first company creating next-generation content creation technology for businesses, enterprises, and studios with a mission to bridge the gap between imagination and creation. At our core is LTX-2, an open-source generative video model, built to deliver expressive, high-fidelity video at unmatched speed. It powers both our own products and a growing ecosystem of partners through API integration.
The company is also known globally for pioneering consumer creativity through products like Facetune, one of the world’s most recognized creative brands, which helped introduce AI-powered visual expression to hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We combine deep research, user-first design, and end-to-end execution from concept to final render, to bring the future of expression to all.
Why Join UsWe’re here to push the boundaries of what’s possible with AI and video - not for the buzz, but for the craft, the challenge, and the chance to make something genuinely new.
We believe in an environment where people are encouraged to think, create and explore. Real impact happens when people are empowered to experiment, evolve, and elevate together.
At Lightricks, every breakthrough starts with great people and a collaborative mindset. If you're looking for a place that combines deep tech, creative energy, and zero buzzword culture, you might be in the right place.
What you will be doing
As the ML Platform Tech Lead, you’ll be responsible for leading the development of Lightricks’ AI infrastructure, driving the team’s technical direction while also taking an active role in managing and mentoring backend engineers directly.
This is a hands-on leadership position that blends system design, technical strategy, and team leadership. You will be expected to work closely with our ML research teams, product, and engineering stakeholders to take cutting-edge AI models into production, powering features across our creative apps used by millions worldwide.
You will own the full development lifecycle, from system architecture through deployment and operation, while also being accountable for team delivery, collaboration, and growth. Although previous management experience is not a must, this role includes direct management responsibilities, and is suited for candidates who are eager to take that step as part of their growth into senior leadership.
Your skills and Experience- 6+ years of experience in backend systems, including at least 2 years in a technical leadership role (e.g., tech lead or senior engineer with leadership responsibilities)
- Demonstrated ownership of complex projects from design to production in high-scale environments
- Strong backend development skills with focus on scalable APIs, distributed systems, and observability
- Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure and deployment strategies
- Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder alignment abilities
- Experience mentoring team members and fostering a culture of technical excellence
- Exposure to (or strong interest in) ML model serving, GPU-based systems, or ML platform tooling – a plus
- Comfortable working in distributed teams and across time zones
- B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent technical background
- Open to tech leads who are ready to take on direct management as part of their next step
- Stock Options.
- Private Medical Insurance (Optical & Dental cover) including your loved ones.
- Life Assurance.
- £3,000/p/a Transport Allowance.
- £750p/a allowance for Wellbeing & Professional Development.
- Free on-site lunches, coffee, breakfast & snacks.
- Pension Contributions (7%).
- Holiday (25 days).
- Seasonal & Anniversary Vouchers.
- Hybrid & Flexible working.
- Cool office space in central London.
- Enhanced Parental Leave.
- Cycle-to-work Scheme.
- Season Ticket Loan.
- Volunteering Opportunities.
- Frequent social activities - away-days, happy hours, team building, yoga, creative workshops.
