Who are we? Outsized is a fast-growing global talent marketplace connecting independent specialists to high-impact contract projects across Africa, Asia, the UK and Europe. We focus on flexible contract roles, typically 1 to 12 months, delivered remotely or onsite. Our clients include leading consulting firms, banks, insurers, fintechs and large enterprises driving AI, automation and digital transformation programmes. Our consultants stay independent. We provide access to quality projects, strong commercial support and a professional peer community. Who are we looking for? We are building a dedicated AI and Automation Talent Pool for upcoming projects across South East Asia, Africa and Europe. We are specifically looking for: AI Engineers Professionals who build, deploy and scale AI models, including machine learning and natural language processing solutions. Machine Learning Specialists Experts who design and optimise predictive algorithms and automation models, working closely with data and engineering teams. Data Scientists and Data Analysts Specialists who apply AI techniques to large datasets to generate insights, improve decision-making and drive measurable outcomes. Software Developers with AI skills Engineers who integrate AI capabilities into applications and enterprise systems. Full-stack developers with hands-on AI experience are highly valued. Cloud and MLOps Engineers Professionals who design and manage cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines and production environments for AI and automation systems. What will you do? Depending on the project, you may: Design and deploy machine learning and AI models Build and maintain scalable data pipelines Integrate AI capabilities into enterprise platforms Optimise model performance and monitor production systems Support AI governance, data security and model risk controls Collaborate with product, engineering and business teams to deliver practical AI solutions Requirements 5+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, data science, software engineering or automation Strong technical skills in Python, SQL or similar programming languages Experience with tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure AI, AWS ML, GCP, Databricks or similar Experience deploying solutions in cloud environments Understanding of data architecture, model lifecycle management and production deployment Proven delivery experience in financial services, fintech, telecoms or large enterprise environments Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Why join the pool? Access to AI and automation projects with leading regional and global clients Exposure to transformation programmes across multiple markets Flexible, project-based work Support in positioning your expertise for international opportunities