Lead AI Engineer (Python) at Deloitte, UK, 6 Months, £Contract Rate

Job Title: Lead Python Engineer

Location: Hybrid (United Kingdom)

Duration: 6 months

Contract Start Date: ASAP

IR35: Inside

Deloitte

Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Advanced Python Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in Python development.
• Code Repository Ownership & Management:
• Ability to effectively own and manage code repositories, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Advanced knowledge of software development best practices, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), comprehensive testing, and thorough code reviews.
• A commitment to setting and overseeing high-quality standards for the codebase, promoting code simplicity, and driving continuous improvement through frequent refactoring.
• Experience in establishing and enforcing robust engineering standards for Pull Requests (PRs) to facilitate rapid, high-quality code integration while minimising reviewer effort.
• Full-Stack Understanding: Comprehensive understanding of full-stack development, including containerisation, front-end technologies (e.g., Django templates), and DevOps principles.
• AI & AWS Deployment Experience:
• Proven experience in deploying AI solutions on AWS, specifically utilising LangGraph.
• Familiarity and experience with AWS AgentCore.

IR35

As a means of managing tax, commercial and reputational risks, Deloitte prohibits the use of Associates through Personal Service Companies (‘PSCs’). All Associates must contract under PAYE arrangements through a Deloitte approved ‘Employment Company’ (aka ‘umbrella company.’)