At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver cutting-edge AI applications in a secure, high-impact environment.
- Company: Join a leading UK government organisation focused on innovative AI solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, hybrid work model, and potential contract extension until 2026.
- Other info: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage stakeholders for impactful AI use cases.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI in public services while working with advanced technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in AI solutions, strong Python skills, and active SC clearance required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
£700-£800 per day | Inside IR35 | Hybrid, Glasgow
Contract until September 2026 + potential extension
Morgan Hunt are working in partnership with a leading UK government organisation to recruit an experienced AI Developer with active SC clearance. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering cutting‑edge AI solutions within a secure, high‑impact environment - helping shape how AI is deployed across critical public services.
The Role
- Designing and delivering production‑grade AI applications, working at the forefront of technologies such as Microsoft Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry and Azure OpenAI.
- Designing, developing and deploying AI‑enabled applications across cloud platforms.
- Building and scaling Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines and agentic AI systems using trusted data sources.
- Creating, testing and refining prompts, workflows and AI configurations to maximise accuracy and performance.
- Applying solid software engineering practices including API development, version control, CI/CD and automated testing.
- Monitoring and optimising AI systems in production, ensuring performance, cost control, security and compliance.
- Collaborating closely with Data Scientists to transition experimental models into robust, production‑ready services.
- Engaging stakeholders to identify and shape high‑value AI use cases.
- Ensuring all solutions align with Responsible AI principles, data protection and security standards.
- Developing proof‑of‑concepts to support decision‑making and future investment.
Experience Required
- Proven experience delivering AI‑enabled solutions into production environments.
- Strong software engineering background, particularly with Python and cloud technologies.
- Experience working with large language models (LLMs) and AI‑driven systems.
- Track record of working within multidisciplinary agile teams.
- Experience developing and advising on AI use cases and solution design.
Additional Details
- Day rate: £700-£800 (Inside IR35).
- Contract until end of September 2026, with likely extension.
- Hybrid working - Glasgow.
- Active SC clearance is essential (must have worked on a UK government project within the last 12 months).
Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
AI Engineer (SC Cleared) in Glasgow employer: Morgan Hunt UK Limited
Morgan Hunt is an exceptional employer, offering AI Engineers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects within a secure and impactful government environment in Glasgow. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, hybrid working options, and a commitment to responsible AI practices, we foster a collaborative culture that values innovation and professional development. Join us to make a meaningful contribution to public services while enjoying competitive rates and the potential for long-term engagement.
