Gen AI Developer - Contract

Overview We''re looking for a skilled Generative AI Engineer to help build and scale a modern AI platform within a large, complex enterprise environment. This role combines hands-on Python development with DevOps practices and the integration of large language models into secure, production-grade systems.You''ll be working on emerging technologies, solving real-world engineering challenges, and contributing to the evolution of AI capabilities in a regulated setting.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain backend services and APIs that provide secure access to AI capabilitiesDevelop Python-based components for prompt orchestration, output validation, and evaluation workflowsIntegrate LLMs into existing enterprise systems, ensuring alignment with security and observability standardsImplement and manage CI/CD pipelines in line with engineering best practicesCollaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, platform, and operations) to ensure reliable deployment and scalingSupport experimentation, benchmarking, and cost/performance analysis of AI modelsContribute to retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions and data integration patternsEstablish reusable API standards, frameworks, and documentation to support wider adoptionTroubleshoot and optimise distributed systems and cloud-based servicesCore Skills and ExperienceStrong background in backend engineering using Python (additional exposure to Node.js or similar is beneficial)Hands-on experience working with ..... full job details .....