Job title:
Senior Software EngineerJob Description:
What were looking for:
Languages: Proficient in Python and SQL exposure to Terraform desirable.
Cloud Services: Extensive experience developing solutions using a cloud provider AWS preferred.
AI/ML: NLP Experience required preferably in the context of LLMs. Experience with AI Agents and associated frameworks (e.g. Strands)/protocols (MCP/A2A) desirable.
Software Engineering: Experience writing and testing backend servers that utilise AI in conjunction with software engineering best practices is preferred.
Tooling: Experience with Database management systems a Python based backend framework such as Fast API AWS Bedrock or equivalent services and version control systems is mandatory.
Testing: Experience building testing frameworks to evaluate model performance both automated and in collaboration with end users.
System Design: Understanding of how full software products connect and implications when developing mandatory. Experience creating software following an event driven architecture desired.
Requirements
Experience: Total engineering experience of at least 4 years with 2 years experience in relevant role
Communication: Clear communication skills with stakeholders and other engineers regarding project timelines delays advancements and progression
Ethical Oversight: Understanding of Engineering ethics AI creation ethics
Ownership: Strong time management skills and dedication to high-quality work output
Collaboration: Ability to work in a team and Effective communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
Continuous Innovation: Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for innovation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all organisational levels both internally and externally
A strong team player
Ability to complete their work with no supervision and given their good technical competencies they can pick up a problem / tasks and complete it on their own.
Complete all mandatory role-based training infosec trainings and computer-based trainings as applicable.
Continuous Learning by keeping up-to-date and acquiring relevant skills/certifications.
Join Capita Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Capita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services helping some of the UKs most recognized organizations transform and thrive. We use cutting-edge technology and fearless innovation to create smarter more efficient solutions that make a real difference. Our work spans diverse sectorsgovernment healthcare education and financeoffering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita youll be part of a collaborative forward-thinking team that values creativity growth and inclusion.
Were committed to your development and success providing opportunities to learn progress and shape better outcomes for customers and communities. If youre ready to make an impact and grow your career Capita is the place for you. Check out our website
Whats in it for you
A competitive basic salary
23 days holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
Company matched pension life assurance a cycle2work scheme 15 weeks fully paid maternity adoption and shared parental leave paternity pay of two plenty more
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle from discounts on retail and socialising to health & wellbeing travel and technology Access to our Employee Network Groups which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open inclusive platform
What we hope youll do next:
Choose Apply now to fill out our short application so that we can find out more about you.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. As part of our strategic goals we are focused on accelerating gender and ethnic representation in leadership roles. We warmly encourage applications from women and individuals from Black Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.
Were an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. Were committed to providing an inclusive barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio) or if youd like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward please email and well get back to you.For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments please visit the Capita Careers website.
Location:
EdinburghUnited KingdomTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
PermanentRequired Experience:
Senior IC
We help millions of people each day with digitally-enabled solutions to transform and simplify the connections between government & citizens, businesses & customers.