Senior AI Engineer

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:

• Security Clearance eligibility
• Deep proficiency using Python, specifically with regards to software development principles, algorithms, data structures, and design patterns.
• Experience handling unstructured data and applying machine learning techniques, including Natural Language Processing within the context of Large Language Models, and Computer Vision
• Experience working with cloud platforms and services (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS)
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software projects on time
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Motivation to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly

Desirable Technical Skills

• Familiarity with frontend development languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript/Typescript, React, MUI).
• Knowledge of web application frameworks (e.g. FastAPI)
• Understanding of large language models and their applications (e.g., OpenAI GPT)
• Expertise in database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL)
• Experience working with deployment software (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines)
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills

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 63,000 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.