AI Engineer

Home based role

Job title:

AI Engineer

Job Description:

Help strengthen our Team as our AI Engineer. Home based role with UK wide work on client sites if required. We have Capita Offices around the UK with Capita Consulting Hubs in Edinburgh, Manchester, London and Leeds.

Join Capita’s thriving AI team and be part of our journey to become a frontrunner in AI innovation within the public sector. We have already built an impressive reputation, and now we are embarking on new and exciting projects to solidify our position as a leading AI provider. As a result, our team is experiencing rapid growth, presenting an exceptional opportunity for talented individuals.

At Capita, we value technical proficiency and understand the importance of blending it with excellent client interaction skills. As such, we are seeking candidates who not only possess strong technical abilities but also excel in client engagement and wholeheartedly embrace our mission to expand our AI team.

By joining our team, you will have access to a wealth of resources and support to fuel your professional growth. You will have the chance to work on meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the public sector, contributing to the betterment of society through the power of AI.
 

What you’ll be doing:

• 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:

• 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)
• 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)
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Motivation to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly
• Strong communication skills
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Ideally be eligible for SC clearance.

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

About Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS)

Capita Technology and Software Solutions (TSS) is a newly formed global shared service, responsible for delivering innovation and digital transformation for Capita’s businesses and clients. We work collaboratively with Capita’s divisions to shape the right digital technology solutions to help clients work differently, engage differently, sell differently and to be resilient to whatever next comes their way. We create innovative technology and software solutions for Capita’s clients and businesses while ensuring secure, resilient and predictable service delivery. TSS brings together 5000+ colleagues from across Capita into a single function to deliver world-class technology and software solutions for Capita’s businesses and clients.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to learn new skills and develop further
• 23 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with time) with opportunity to buy more leave
• 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
• Company matched pension, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave and plenty more

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of 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.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Looking to discover more? Please choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application.

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 [email protected] and we’ll get back to you.

 For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website

Location:

Home-Based - GBR

,

United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent