Data Engineer; IT​/Contractor

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This role is for a Data Engineer (IT) contractor, lasting 6 months, hybrid in Milton Keynes, with a pay rate outside IR35. Key skills include Large Language Models, Azure Cognitive Services, Python, and security clearance (DV required).

United Kingdom

Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

• Must have proficient skills working on Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Proficiency in evaluating, deploying and using on premise open source technology stacks.
• Proficiency in Azure Cognitive Services, which includes Azure Language Service, Azure Text Analytics, Azure Speech Service, and other AI-related offerings.
• A good understanding of OpenAI's GPT models and how it integrates with Azure services. This includes knowledge of GPT's capabilities, limitations, and available features.
• Strong programming skills in Python for working with Azure services and data manipulation.
• Good understanding of databases e.g. Postgres.
• Proficient knowledge of back-end programming languages like NodeJS, Python and/or Golang.
• Proficient knowledge on one of front-end technologies like React or Angular.
• Hands on technical Skills related to Backend development.
• Experience with AWS and GCP is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated Cluster Management knowledge and experience using platforms including Kubernetes, Rancher, Helm, Docker.
• Familiarity with Figma for UI Mockups.
• Cloud certification at a developer or equivalent level is an added advantage.
• Azure AI Certification or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Data engineering and Machine learning models.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks.

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise:
International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

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