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Our client a high profile deep-tech organisation, urgently require an experienced AI/Data Developer to undertake a contract assignment.

In order to be successful, you will have the following experience:

Extensive AI & Data Development background
Experiences with Python (including data libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and PySpark) and Apache Spark (PySpark preferred)
Strong experience with data management and processing pipelines
Algorithm development and knowledge of graphs will be beneficial
SC Clearance is essential

Within this role, you will be responsible for:

Supporting the development and delivery of AI solution to a Government customer
Design, develop, and maintain data processing pipelines using Apache Spark
Implement ETL/ELT workflows to extract, transform and load large-scale datasets efficiently
Develop and optimize Python-based applications for data ingestion
Collaborate on development of machine learning models
Ensure data quality, integrity, and performance across distributed environments
Contribute to the design of data architectures, storage strategies, and processing frameworks
Work with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy scalable solutions
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Spark jobs for performance and cost efficiency
Liaise with customer and internal stakeholders on a regular basis

This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term contract, within a high profile organisation.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business 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

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