Senior Consultant/Manager, AI/ML Engineer, AI Scaling and Transformation, Engineering, AI & Data, Technology & Transformation

Basic information Location Belfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester Business Line Technology & Transformation Job Type Permanent / FTC Date published 18-Sep-2026 Req # 24438

Job description

Connect to your IndustryDo you want to be at the heart of ambitious AI & Data programmes that help clients make better, faster and more trusted decisions?Technology & Transformation: in industries where data, regulation, customer expectations and operational resilience are increasingly interconnected, organisations need AI solutions that are not only innovative, but robust, scalable and responsible. That is exactly what you will help our ITRG clients to achieve. You will use advanced machine learning, Generative AI and cloud-based engineering practices to design, build and deploy solutions that improve decision-making, automate complex processes and create measurable value across the enterprise.Your work will help clients move from experimentation to production-grade AI, ensuring solutions are secure, maintainable and aligned to business outcomes.Connect to your career at Deloitte      Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.   What brings us all together at Deloitte? It’s how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most.Connect to your opportunity We are seeking to hire talented AI/ML Engineers within our AI Scaling and Transformation team, a centre of excellence in Deloitte’s Engineering, AI & Data service offering.You will work alongside clients, third parties and Deloitte teams from across the Firm, supporting organisations as they design, build and scale AI-enabled solutions. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will combine strong technical capability with client-facing delivery, helping to translate business needs into production-ready AI and machine learning systems.As an AI/ML Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing and delivering data and AI solutions for our clients. In this role, you may be expected to:Work with client stakeholders, product owners and Deloitte teams to understand business challenges and translate them into practical AI/ML solution designs.Design, build, test and deploy machine learning models, Generative AI components, data pipelines and analytics solutions that are robust, scalable and maintainable.Take ownership of technical deliverables or workstreams, ensuring engineering outputs are aligned to agreed requirements, delivery plans and quality standards.Support the deployment and operationalisation of AI systems, including model monitoring, performance optimisation, CI/CD and MLOps practices.Collaborate with solution architects, data scientists, business analysts and engineers to ensure AI solutions are integrated effectively into wider technology and business environments.Apply responsible AI, security, privacy and governance considerations throughout the development lifecycle.Contribute to the development of junior team members by sharing engineering knowledge, reviewing outputs and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.Connect to your skills and professional experience We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate skills and experience in some of the following:EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEDegree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or a related discipline. Hands-on experience designing, developing and deploying AI, machine learning or Generative AI solutions in a consulting, commercial or technology delivery environment. Experience working with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements, shape solution options and deliver measurable outcomes. Proven ability to own technical deliverables or workstreams, manage delivery priorities and communicate progress clearly to project teams and stakeholders. Experience working in data-intensive, regulated or complex enterprise environments is advantageous.BUSINESS & AI PROFICIENCYStrong proficiency in Python or another modern programming language used for AI/ML development, with practical experience across model development, testing and deployment. Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, XGBoost or equivalent. Practical knowledge of Generative AI techniques, including large language models, prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation, model evaluation and responsible AI considerations. Understanding of MLOps and production AI practices, including CI/CD, model versioning, monitoring, automated testing, retraining and performance optimisation. Experience using cloud platforms and cloud-native AI/ML services, such as Azure, AWS or GCP, to build and deploy scalable solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders.Connect to your business - Technology and TransformationDistinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters. Engineering, AI and DataWe lead transformation at the heart of our clients; re-engineering the core of our clients’ organisations, helping to unleash growth, and creating better futures for their customers, citizens and employees.Personal independence Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.Connect with your colleagues “The great culture, flexibility, and range of experiences that Deloitte offers is what sets this firm apart. In Technology & Transformation, Deloitte is far ahead of any of our immediate competitors.” - Sophia, Technology & Transformation“What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte’s clients include many of the world’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.” - Dan, Technology & TransformationOur hybrid working policyYou’ll be based in one of our UK offices with hybrid working.At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.Our commitment to you Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before. We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.Connect to your next step A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careersWPFULL SLTTECH BAENGAI BAAIDAT LOCOFFICE