Research Software Engineer

Research Software Engineer

Location: Innsbruck, Austria

Reporting to: Head of Applied Artificial Intelligence

Responsibilities

• Developing prototypes and producing state-of-the-art reinforcement learning systems for production.
• Taking a leading role in crafting pivotal product features and charting the ongoing evolution of the systems.
• Help to direct the strategic direction taken for products by defining game-changing features, orchestrating system architecture, and endorsing industry best practices.
• Utilize your expertise in cloud architecture and web services to foster a high-performing and reliable platform.

Experience/Skills

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or another related field is desirable.
• Significant demonstratable experience of relevant and professional-standard work e.g., on GitHub, whether completed in a professional context or not.
• Working on and deployment to cloud is vital. Preferably GCP, but any cloud platform is acceptable.
• Proficiency in one or more areas: reinforcement learning, machine learning, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, data mining, or artificial intelligence, with some focus on self-adjusting systems.
• Advanced programming skills with hands-on experience in developing applications using object-oriented languages. Familiarity with design patterns, standard frameworks, and protocols is a plus.
• Experience with Deep Learning techniques and language processing challenges; practical-level knowledge with open-source ML toolkits such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Why Apply

• A central location in the thriving town of Innsbruck. Flexible hours and hybrid working (25%) after onboarding period.
• Highly international and multicultural environment.
• Employee discounts and workplace wellbeing.
• Generous personal development budgets, with encouragement to attend conferences and training courses.
• Relocation support available.