PART TIME AI DEVELOPER * REMOTE *

83zero Limited; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique AI & data science consultancy is seeking a Senior AI Developer / Advanced Data Scientist for contract work, focusing on LLM applications and automation workflows. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience with advanced AI techniques and Python, along with skills in Azure AI Foundry. This remote opportunity caters to those who thrive on complex technical challenges and offers competitive rates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data science or AI engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG, or agentic frameworks.
• Experience building chatbots or conversational systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop LLM applications and agent-based automation workflows.
• Build and deploy chatbots and conversational AI systems.
• Implement solutions using Azure AI Foundry and Azure OpenAI.

Skills

Modern AI techniques (LLMs, agents, RAG, retrieval pipelines)

Python programming skills

Tools

Azure AI Foundry

Azure OpenAI

Job description

Senior AI Developer / Advanced Data Scientist (Contract) - LLMs, Agentic Workflows, Azure AI Foundry

Location: Remote (UK / US or LATAM preferred)

Engagement: Contract / Fractional (long-term potential)

Start: Immediate

Client: Boutique AI & Data Science Consultancy

Sector: Cross-industry (sector agnostic)

About the Opportunity

We are supporting a specialist consulting firm that delivers advanced AI, data science, and enterprise analytics solutions across multiple industries.

They are expanding their bench with high‑calibre contractors who enjoy complex technical challenges, autonomy, and modern AI tooling. If you want to work on meaningful, applied AI projects, this contract offers a strong opportunity.

Role Overview – Senior AI Developer / Advanced Data Scientist

You will lead AI/ML development across client engagements, focusing in particular on LLM‑driven applications, agentic workflows, and chatbot or automation systems using Azure AI Foundry.

The role is ideal for someone who is both:

• Highly skilled in modern AI techniques (LLMs, agents, RAG, retrieval pipelines)
• Comfortable with traditional data science when needed (forecasting, predictive modelling, enterprise analytics)

Responsibilities

• Develop LLM applications and agent‑based automation workflows
• Build and deploy chatbots and conversational AI systems
• Implement solutions using Azure AI Foundry and Azure OpenAI
• Apply machine learning and forecasting techniques to business problems
• Contribute to solution design and technical best practices
• Work closely with a senior technical team across varied industry projects

Ideal Experience

• 5+ years in data science or AI engineering
• Strong hands‑on experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG, or agentic frameworks
• Experience building chatbots or conversational systems
• Proficiency with Azure AI Foundry or Azure OpenAI
• Solid understanding of predictive modelling or forecasting (desirable)
• Strong Python programming skills
• Consulting or client‑facing experience is helpful but not essential

Industry Background

Completely sector agnostic. Strong algorithmic and applied AI skills are the priority.

Engagement Details

• Flexible contract or fractional availability
• Competitive hourly/day rates
• Direct engagement with the client
• Pipeline of varied, interesting AI and data science projects