Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - UK Government
Embeds with UK Government customers to deploy custom software and AI solutions, owning projects from discovery through delivery. The internship requires an engineering degree, programming proficiency, security clearance eligibility, and graduation in 2028.
About the job
Core Responsibilities
- Deploy software and AI into high-stakes operations for leading institutions.
- Collaborate with engineers on architecture and design decisions.
- Work with data at scale and develop solutions to complex data challenges.
- Build custom applications, LLM workflows, and production solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Own stakeholder relationships, from operational users to executives.
- Work end-to-end from initial customer conversations through product delivery.
- Embed with customers as needed; expect 25–50% travel depending on team and location.
Requirements
- Engineering degree, preferably in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C++, or TypeScript/JavaScript.
- Security clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance.
- Graduating in 2028.
- Current resume or CV in PDF format.
- Thoughtful responses to application questions.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, or LLM workflows.
- Ability to learn quickly, work autonomously, make decisions with incomplete information, and collaborate in mixed technical and non-technical teams.
Skills
Python, Java, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript, Llm Workflows, Data Structures, Storage Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Front-End Frameworks
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