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:

• 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

Desirable Technical 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 katy.cannadine@capita.com 

We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email Iqbal at reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.