AI/ML Developer

AI/Data Developer - Contract - SC Cleared • £500 - £600pd (Outside of IR35) • Hybrid working Our client, a leading deep-tech organisation, is seeking an experienced AI/Data Developer for an urgent contract assignment. Key Requirements • Proven background in AI and data development • Strong proficiency in Python, including data-focused libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and PySpark • Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (PySpark preferred) • Solid understanding of data management and processing pipelines • Experience in algorithm development and graph data structures is advantageous • Active SC Clearance is mandatory Role Overview You will play a key role in developing and delivering advanced AI solutions for a Government client. Responsibilities include: • Designing, building, and maintaining data processing pipelines using Apache Spark • Implementing ETL/ELT workflows for large-scale data sets • Developing and optimising Python-based data ingestion tools • Collaborating on the design and deployment of machine learning models • Ensuring data quality, integrity, and performance across distributed systems • Contributing to data architecture and storage strategy design • Working with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy scalable solutions • Monitoring, troubleshooting, and tuning Spark jobs for performance and cost efficiency • Engaging regularly with customers and internal stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile organisation on a long-term contract, delivering cutting-edge work in the AI and data space. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.