Python Engineer

Python Engineer - AI/ML Automation Location - remote, with occasional trip to Edinburgh or Glasgow when requiredDuration - 6 months with possible extensionsDay rate - circa £520 Outside ir35We are looking for an experienced Python Engineer to join a forward-thinking agile team focused on building AI-driven automation solutions within a high-impact domain.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and enhance automation services using OCR, Object Detection, and Large Language Models (LLMs)Build scalable system components to process and analyse complex document and text dataDesign and maintain robust ETL pipelines and data processing workflowsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into existing digital platformsSupport production systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and continuous improvementContribute to research and development of innovative AI/ML solutionsWrite clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best engineering practicesParticipate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and collaborative development activitiesMentor team members and share knowledge across the wider engineering communityRequired Skills and ExperienceStrong Python (3.9+) development experienceHands-on experience with AI/ML technologies (OCR, LLMs, Object Detection)Experience with libraries such as PyTorch, Hugging Face, OpenCV, and PandasKnowledge of AWS services (Lambda, S3, SQS, CloudWatch)Experience building APIs using FastAPISolid understanding of data processing, system ..... full job details .....