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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Platform Specialist - **Company:** AWE plc - **Location:** Reading, UK - **Salary:** £61,460.0 - £95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Information Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Engineering, AI Platforms, Scikit Learn, Information Technology - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=94019fdf1b2769e0 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Python?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related STEM discipline. * Proven substantial experience in AI/ML development, data science, or a related technology domain - including taking the lead in developing or evaluating complex AI solutions from concept through to implementation, and providing technical leadership to others. * Demonstrable track record of delivering innovative technical outcomes in line with quality, safety, and security standards (for example, successfully introducing a new technology or tool within a regulated or mission-critical environment). * Deep knowledge of modern AI and machine learning techniques and frameworks (e.g. machine learning algorithms, model lifecycle management, data engineering for AI) and the ability to apply these effectively on real-world projects. * Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills, with hands-on proficiency in programming and prototyping (e.g. Python, AI/ML libraries, data analysis tools), and an energetic, inquisitive and proactive approach with the integrity to thrive in a high-security, safety-first environment. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including ## Description * Continuously scan the AI landscape to spot emerging tools, models and techniques with strategic value, maintaining an internal tech radar to keep AWE ahead of developments and supporting the growth of AWE's internal AI capability. * Plan and run structured assessments, benchmarking and hands-on trials of new AI technologies, producing clear recommendations (adopt, trial, reject) grounded in practical evidence and risk analysis. * Maintain a forward-looking roadmap that aligns emerging AI capabilities, skills and investments with organisational needs, guiding where and when to adopt new technologies. * Convert evaluation and prototype learnings into reusable solution patterns, templates, sample code and reference architectures that accelerate safe, scalable AI adoption across the organisation. * Ensure all AI capability development activities comply with AWE's safety, security, ethical, data protection and nuclear governance standards, enabling rapid but responsible adoption of new AI technologies. * Provide technical leadership to, and coordinate, the AI-assisted software development team and any supporting AI team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative AI community across AWE. Additional duties: * Build small-scale demonstrators to de-risk new technologies, gather real-world evidence and generate reusable components that can be scaled by delivery teams. * Lead knowledge-sharing, advanced training, hackathons and community events to upskill engineers, data scientists and technologists, fostering curiosity and continuous innovation. * Manage key external AI partnerships with vendors, research bodies and industry forums, securing early access to innovations, influencing product roadmaps to suit AWE's needs, and bringing in external expertise to keep AWE at the cutting edge. ## Related Videos - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. 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