At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape AI strategies and design innovative solutions for real-world business challenges.
- Company: Join CGI, a leader in AI with a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible time off, medical benefits, and a profit participation plan.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in AI solutions, strong skills in Python, and a passion for innovation.
The predicted salary is between 70100 - 100000 £ per year.
In this role, you will work with clients and multidisciplinary teams to identify opportunities where AI can deliver meaningful business outcomes. You will help shape AI strategies, design innovative solutions, and lead delivery from initial concept through to deployment and optimisation. Leveraging expertise across Machine Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and Advanced Analytics, you will develop solutions that improve decision‑making, enhance customer experiences, optimise operations, and unlock new sources of value. As part of CGI's AI Practice, you will contribute to the growth of our AI capabilities while working on a diverse portfolio of engagements. You will have the opportunity to mentor colleagues, share knowledge, and influence how organisations adopt AI securely, responsibly, and effectively. This role offers the chance to combine technical excellence with innovation and strategic impact, helping clients realise the full potential of AI technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand business challenges and identify AI opportunities
- Develop AI strategies, roadmaps, and solution designs aligned to organisational objectives
- Lead the delivery of AI solutions from proof of concept through to production deployment and optimisation
- Design, build, and implement Machine Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, and Advanced Analytics solutions
- Conduct experimentation and model evaluation to validate approaches and improve solution performance
- Translate complex technical outputs into clear business insights and recommendations
- Ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and aligned with governance requirements
- Apply software engineering and MLOps practices to support robust and maintainable AI delivery
- Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, architects, and business stakeholders throughout project lifecycles
- Mentor colleagues and contribute to capability development within the AI Practice
- Support business development activities by contributing technical expertise to proposals and client discussions
- Stay informed on emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Proven experience delivering AI solutions within a commercial environment
- Strong expertise in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, and advanced analytical techniques
- Proficiency in Python and experience with AI and data science frameworks such as pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or LangChain
- Experience developing and deploying AI models into production environments
- Solid understanding of data engineering principles, including data preparation, integration, and deployment pipelines
- Knowledge of MLOps practices and model lifecycle management
- Experience applying software engineering best practices including Git-based workflows, code reviews, CI/CD, and automated testing
- Familiarity with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience working with cloud AI and Machine Learning services including AWS SageMaker, Azure Machine Learning, or Google Cloud AI Platform
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to develop practical AI solutions to complex business challenges
- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences
- Experience collaborating with clients and cross‑functional teams to define requirements and deliver successful outcomes
- Commitment to continuous learning and keeping pace with developments in AI technologies and methodologies
Additional Requirements
Due to the secure nature of the work, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. These roles will be predominantly hybrid with some work based in UK CGI or client offices. Travel away from the base office will be expensed.
Benefits
- Insurance coverage
- Medical benefits
- Pension plan
- Member Assistant Programme
- Check4Cancer programme
- Flexible time off
- Share Purchase Plan
- Member discounts
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Profit Participation Plan
- Health and Wellbeing Programme
AI Specialist employer: CGI
At CGI, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As an AI Specialist, you will not only have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI solutions but also benefit from comprehensive medical and insurance coverage, a robust pension plan, and flexible time off to support your work-life balance. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, mentorship, and continuous learning, CGI is committed to helping you thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on our clients' businesses.
