Automated Intelligence SME (SC CLEARED)

Job summary

Job Title: Automated Intelligence SME (SC CLEARED) Target Start Date: ASAP Target End Date: Six months from start Recruitment Type: Contractor Rate: £600+ per day inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (travel may be required to Basingstoke and Bracknell) Clearance Required:  active SC Clearance is mandatory (minimum six months’ validity) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Automated Intelligence Subject Matter Expert to support a major secure-sector programme in the design, implementation and delivery of Automated Intelligence capabilities. This role requires strong technical expertise, stakeholder management and a deep understanding of automation, AI/ML integration and secure-environment delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design and Development Design, build and deploy automation solutions integrating AI/ML models into existing systems and workflows. Process Analysis: Work with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify automation opportunities and define technical and functional requirements. Coding and Programming: Develop automation scripts and build pipelines for data ingestion, preprocessing and feature engineering using languages such as Python, Java or R. Testing and Maintenance: Conduct thorough testing, resolve issues, monitor accuracy and system performance, and implement updates or improvements as needed. Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, software developers and IT operations to ensure seamless integration of AI/automation solutions. Documentation and Reporting: Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and prepare performance reports, insights and recommendations for further optimisation. Required Skills and Experience Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C# or R. Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or Google Cloud) and MLOps practices. Knowledge of automation technologies including RPA platforms (e.g. UiPath) and orchestration tools (Airflow, Kubeflow). Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Effective stakeholder management, with the ability to liaise between technical and non-technical teams. Adaptability and a commitment to continued learning in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Security Requirements: Active SC Clearance in place is required for this role. Single UK National with no caveats. Willingness to undergo higher-level security clearance as required.