Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Who is our client? A software development company who is designing and developing AI Solutions for financial services. A team of exceptional, driven people working in a central city location with a stimulating, fast-paced environment A business passionate about solving complex problems and delivering innovative, high-quality solutions that make a real impact An organisation embracing AI and machine learning to create smarter, faster, and more effective solutions They are looking for top-tier talent, including graduates from Russell Group universities, ready to bring world-class education and fresh thinking to transformative projects The Role As a Software Developer you will work on high-impact projects that integrate AI and advanced analytics to deliver real results. You will take ownership of technical solutions end-to-end, turning complex business challenges into robust and scalable software. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders and fellow technologists, shaping best practices, influencing technical decisions, and building systems that are secure, maintainable, and AI-ready. This role encourages experimentation and innovation. You will apply AI techniques, explore new technologies, and deliver intelligent solutions that set the standard for the industry. If you enjoy learning, creativity, and making an impact, this role is for you. What the Successful Software Developer can expect from their duties Full ownership of AI-driven projects from conception to delivery Deep problem-solving to deliver intelligent and effective solutions Improving systems, processes, and AI integrations to maximise impact Applying emerging technology trends to keep the team at the forefront The Successful Software Developer will have experience in this tech stack Strong programming skills in C# and .NET or Java/Python Experience with SQL databases and writing high-performance queries Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS including AI services Exposure to modern development practices including automated testing, CI/CD, and version control Experience managing projects from design to deployment Some additional experience that is highly desirable but not required Experience in financial services or capital markets Knowledge of AI, machine learning models, or distributed systems Experience with performance optimisation, scalability, or low-latency systems Background in regulated or security-focused environments Benefits Generous performance-based bonus of up to 20 percent recognising your contribution and impact Comprehensive private healthcare and dental cover to support your wellbeing Competitive pension scheme to help you plan confidently for the future Immediate ownership of AI-driven projects with real-world impact Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects alongside highly talented and driven colleagues A culture that prioritises collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth Flexible career progression with salary levels tailored to experience and expertise If you are interested in this role, or have the experience required, please apply below. Reference: AMC/KPE/SDN TPBN1\_UKTJ

Shape the Future of AI Innovation

Move beyond delivery work into structured R&D where your technical insights directly influence strategic technology decisions. You’ll explore cutting-edge AI and automation technologies, build evidence-based recommendations, and help define our innovation roadmap.

About the Role

We’re building a disciplined R&D capability to explore emerging technologies, validate new approaches, and feed high-quality innovation into our Product and Engineering teams.

As our AI Research Engineer / Analyst (R&D), you’ll generate the technical evidence that supports strategic decisions. You’ll research AI and automation technologies, evaluate vendors and tools, build timeboxed proofs of concept in Python and/or C# (accomplished coding skills required, but this is not a “developer” role), and produce clear, decision-ready outputs.

This is not a BAU delivery role. It’s structured, evidence-led innovation.

You’ll report functionally to the Head of R&D, with day-to-day coaching from the Senior R&D Engineer.

Salary: £45K - £50K Basic + Bonus + Benefits (25 days holiday, 7% matched pension scheme, private health plan, flexible holiday purchase, remote or hybrid working & much more!)

Location: Remote or North East. Hybrid office work / flexible / remote. Durham, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, etc. Although, we are very flexible to this, so more remote fine. As far down as Leeds or the other way & up toward Edinburgh!

What You’ll Do

Research & Evaluation

• Scan the market for emerging AI, orchestration, and automation technologies
• Conduct structured vendor and platform evaluations
• Assess technical fit, integration complexity, security posture, cost, and viability
• Stay current with LLMs, AI APIs, frameworks, and cloud services
• Produce concise evidence packs and recommendation summaries

Hands-On Prototyping

• Build lightweight PoCs to validate APIs and technical hypotheses
• Explore AI capabilities practically (model behaviour, integration patterns, performance limits)
• Contribute Python and/or C# code under technical direction

Focus: validation and insight — not production-grade implementation.

Documentation & Process

• Own R&D documentation, decision logs, and handover packs
• Maintain backlog discipline and enforce stage-gate standards
• Ensure findings are captured clearly and nothing falls through the cracks

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• 2+ years in a technical analyst, research, or solutions-focused role
• Hands-on coding ability in Python and/or C# (We need some here, but you’ll work with the Senior R&D engineer who will guide you on coding)
• Practical understanding of AI/ML landscape (LLMs, APIs, strengths & limitations)
• Strong analytical thinking and structured evaluation skills
• Excellent written communication — clear, concise, decision-ready outputs
• Self-directed working style with confident stakeholder engagement
• Familiarity with workflow orchestration / BPMN fundamentals

Desirable

• Experience building AI-integrated applications
• API and cloud platform exposure
• Vendor/technology selection experience
• Knowledge of process automation or orchestration platforms

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 90 days, you will have:

• Contributed to live evidence packs
• Helped standardise R&D evaluation templates
• Supported an initiative through to handover-ready recommendation

Longer term, success is measured by the clarity, quality, and adoption of your R&D outputs.

Why Join

• Direct exposure to cutting-edge AI and automation
• Real influence over technology decisions
• Clear progression into Senior R&D or specialist AI roles
• Close collaboration with Architecture, Engineering, and Product

We’re looking for curiosity and rigour in equal measure — someone excited by emerging AI, but disciplined enough to separate signal from noise.

Ready to shape our AI innovation strategy? Apply now and help us turn emerging technology into competitive advantage.

Pay up to £75,493, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work-life balance.

Are you ready to use data science to influence and inspire improvements at huge scale?

As a Senior Data Scientist, you’ll join the Data Science Team within DWP’s Working Age Services (WAS) - the area responsible for the digital services behind Universal Credit and other key benefits. You’ll work with some of the largest datasets in the UK, helping to transform how citizens manage their accounts online, how legacy benefits move to a multi-benefit platform and how our colleagues deliver services more efficiently.

This is a leadership role where your expertise will help shape product development, guide technical direction and ensure that data science is used in the right way, at the right time, for maximum public value. You’ll champion best practice, influence strategic decisions and bring clarity to complex environments where data and requirements are often imperfect.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We’d love you to join us

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

You have deep experience building data transformation products, using code to turn raw data into something accurate, useful and repeatable.

You write clean, efficient and well-documented code that follows a specification and can be maintained by others.

You’re confident using R or Python, SQL and PySpark to process, analyse and transform data at scale.

You know how to create automated data pipelines and reusable workflows that handle both structured and unstructured data.

A degree or higher in STEM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested.

You and your role

As our Senior Data Scientist, you’ll play a central role in shaping how Working Age Services uses data to improve digital products used by millions of citizens.

You’ll work closely with product teams, engineers, analysts and designers to make sure every feature - from small improvements to major redesigns - is backed by robust insight.

You’ll help set direction for data science within your portfolio, including supporting colleagues you don’t directly line manage, and ensuring the best use of skills across teams.

That means advising when Data Science is the right approach - and when it isn’t. You’ll bring clarity to messy problem spaces, especially where data quality or requirements aren’t as clear as they need to be.

Your work could include anything from helping discover new features, designing experiments and success measures, evaluating changes, improving data reliability, or developing models that support service improvements. You’ll use your leadership to influence decisions, prioritise workloads, and keep teams focused on high-value opportunities.

This is a role we think is perfect for someone who thrives in imperfect real-world data environments, enjoys cutting through complexity, and knows how to communicate the value of Data Science to a wide range of digital and non-technical stakeholders. You’ll help build a culture where data professionals of all types are understood, valued and used effectively.

Your impact will be felt across DWP and across society: improving services for claimants, supporting colleagues, and helping shape the future of digital welfare services in the UK.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Location: You’ll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you’ll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.

Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to ££57,946 to £68,205 plus a Digital Allowance of up to £7,288 per annum subject to our assessment of your capability at interview

Pension: You’ll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time.

You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You’ll also get all the usual public holidays.

We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies

Time off volunteering and charitable giving

Bring your authentic self to work with ‘I Can Be Me in DWP’

Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more

Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it’s even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference

Sports and social activities

Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

And we have an award-winning environment and culture:

DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards

Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024

Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025

Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards

Process

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There’ll be full instructions when you click through.

Interview: a single stage interview online.

Please note, a degree or higher in STEM ( Science, Technology, engineering, or mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested.

Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.

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