Senior AI Engineer

Capita
London
9 months ago
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Description

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What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you will have the chance to take a leading position, spearheading the development and delivery of cutting-edge software solutions empowered by state-of-the-art AI technologies such as Natural Language Processing and Computer Vision.

You will play a pivotal role in developing AI products that directly impact the work of hundreds of public sector staff, radically transforming the way they operate and deliver their services.

Your AI applications will have a far-reaching impact across critical national services, encompassing sectors such as defence, transport, healthcare, education and learning, central government, local public services, and beyond.

What we’re looking for:

UK Residency for minimum of the last 3 years to meet client vetting requirements

Deeply proficient in Python and familiar with JavaScript

Experience working with unstructured data (e.g., text, speech, image, video)

Knowledge and application of machine learning and data science concepts (Natural Language Processing and Computer Vision in particular)

Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Keras, TensorFlow)

Deep understanding of software development principles, algorithms, data structures, and design patterns

Strong knowledge of web application frameworks and technologies (e.g., FastAPI, Node.js)

Expertise in database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL)

Experience with cloud platforms and services (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS)

Experience with deploying and monitoring ML in operations (e.g., Databricks)

Strong understanding of DevOps and version control tools and practices (e.g., Git, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines)

Proven track record of delivering high-quality software projects on time

Motivation to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly

Strong documentation and technical writing skills

Understanding of large language models and their applications (e.g., OpenAI GPT)

Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices

Experience with performance optimisation and scalability techniques

What’s in it for you

A competitive basic salary and benefits

Private Healthcare

25 days holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave

Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave…and plenty more

Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology

The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice

Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of 41,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Looking to discover more? Let your line manager know, then choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application. If you would like further information, please contact

Location:

London

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United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

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