Senior AI Technical Consultant

About HSO:

HSO are a leading member of the Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle, founded in 1987, and specialize in sectors such as Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Financial Services and Local Government. We’ve won several prestigious awards over the last few years including being voted in the UK’s top 10 Best Large companies to work for the last 3 years running. This year we are also proud to have been named the D365 Finance Microsoft Partner of the Year Award and Finalist for D365 Sales & Marketing. 

HSO is the place to work for those in the Microsoft Dynamics channel. People join and stay because we care; about adding value to our customers, about delivering what we say we will, striving to improve ourselves, being inclusive and having fun. 

The core values that enable us to work so well together also mean our customers want to work with us. We choose to be different to other Microsoft Partners. Caring about our people, customers and quality of work differentiates us. We always support our people and customers to achieve shared, agreed goals. 

Role Overview: As a Senior Technical Consultant - Data and AI, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing data and AI solutions for our clients. You will work closely with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical solutions that leverage the latest technologies in data and AI. This role requires a deep understanding of data architecture, machine learning, and AI technologies, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and implement data and AI solutions that meet client requirements. 

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical solutions. 

• Develop and maintain data pipelines, data warehouses, and data lakes using tools such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure Databricks. 

• Implement machine learning models and AI algorithms using frameworks like Azure Machine Learning, Microsoft Cognitive Services, and Databricks. 

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior consultants. 

• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in data and AI. 

• Ensure the quality and performance of data and AI solutions. 

• Work closely with other teams to ensure seamless integration of data and AI solutions with other systems. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. 

• At least 5 years of experience in data and AI consulting or a related field. 

• Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing. 

• Experience with machine learning frameworks and AI technologies. 

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java. 

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. 

• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka. 

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik. 

• Certifications in Azure data and AI technologies. 

Salary:

We offer a competitive, market-aligned salary, that reflects the skills and experience of each candidate. Our commitment to providing a fair and equitable salary ensures we attract and retain top talent in our industry. The salary package will be discussed during the interview process and will be based on current market benchmarks for similar roles, as well as the individual’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to base salary, eligible employees have the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses and participate in our benefits programs.

Benefits:

Paid Holidays

Pension

Healthcare

Dental

Life Insurance

Tonic Wellbeing

HSO Perkz

Flexible working when required and agreed