Senior Full Stack Engineer (AI/ML)

Delta Capita; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer (AI/ML) in Sheffield. This full-time position focuses on modernizing architecture and replacing legacy systems. Responsibilities include delivering microservice-based code and designing AI/ML features. The role requires strong software engineering skills, particularly in Java and RESTful APIs, with an emphasis on operational excellence and innovative thinking.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in software engineering, focusing on backend development and microservice architecture.
• Strong Java experience (latest versions preferred).
• Proficiency in RESTful API design and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver production-ready code aligned with a microservice structure.
• Design and implement AI/ML-driven features, including data pipelines.
• Drive faster delivery of reliable code.

Skills

Software engineering

Backend development

Microservice architecture

Java

RESTful API design

CI/CD practices

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

AI/ML frameworks

ReactJS

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer (AI/ML) to join a global team responsible for modernizing architecture and replacing legacy systems with microservices. This platform collects and processes data from multiple sources to meet regulatory and risk requirements, while leveraging AI/ML capabilities to enhance automation, insights, and decision‑making.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver production‑ready code and contribute to system architecture aligned with a microservice structure.
• Design and implement AI/ML‑driven features, including data pipelines, model integration, and inference services.
• Drive faster delivery of reliable code across the team, leading by example.
• Engage with business and engineering leadership to understand requirements and translate them into scalable AI/ML solutions.
• Propose innovative ideas for applying machine learning to improve data quality, risk assessment, and operational efficiency.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong experience in software engineering, including backend development and microservice architecture.
• Strong Java experience (latest versions preferred).
• Proficiency in RESTful API design, CI/CD practices, and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
• Experience with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and deploying ML models at scale.
• Experience building data pipelines and integrating ML into production systems.
• Frontend development experience with ReactJS.
• Background in regulated industries (e.g., finance) is a plus.

How We Work

Delta Capita is an equal‑opportunity employer. 3 days per week on site in Sheffield.

As a Service Provider and Consulting firm, we require a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home, in line with client expectations.

Who We Are

Delta Capita Group is a global managed services, consulting and solutions provider with a unique combination of experience in Financial Services and technology innovation capability. Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain providing technology based mutualized services for financial institutions.

Eligibility and EEO Statement

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Job Details

This is a full‑time temporary to permanent position located in Sheffield, England. Applicants must possess a valid working permit for the UK. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. A member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks if your profile is selected.