Lead AI Engineer (Cloud & Machine Learning) - Contra...

Lead AI Engineer (Cloud & Machine Learning) - Contract / Data Analytics

We're partnered with a European industrial research laboratory, which makes up part of a global technology organization, and they're looking for a Lead AI Engineer to join its Data Analytics and Machine Learning team on a 12 month onsite contract, working onsite in Brussels.

This team builds advanced machine learning models, AI technologies, and cloud based services that power multiple business domains across the digital media and entertainment ecosystem.

The role suits a hands on technical leader who enjoys designing and delivering production grade AI systems while guiding others.

What you will do

• Lead the definition, design, and evolution of architectures delivering AI, data analytics, and machine learning through scalable cloud services
• Drive improvements in performance, scalability, and robustness of cloud AI platforms, including data pipelines and ML algorithms
• Contribute directly to the development of AI technologies and cloud services
• Ensure high standards across functionality, performance, reliability, and security
• Support and mentor team members to raise overall technical excellence

What we are looking for

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related scientific field
• Proven experience delivering AI and data analytics solutions into real world business use
• Strong machine learning background, including representation learning and embedding techniques
• Hands on experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar frameworks
• Experience building and deploying cloud based services on major cloud platforms
• Excellent software engineering skills with strong Python proficiency

Nice to have

• Experience with graph based learning methods and or large language models
• Familiarity with graph learning or geometric deep learning libraries
• Experience with tools such as Streamlit, Gradio, or Dash
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
• Experience with standard development and version control tools

If you are a senior AI engineer looking for a technically challenging onsite contract within a high level research environment, we would love to hear from you.

In accordance with local employment laws, applicants must have current, valid authorisation to work in Belgium at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor employment visas for this role. Applications from individuals without existing work authorisation for Belgium cannot be considered.

If this sounds interesting and you'd like to learn more, click the link below to apply or email me with a copy of your CV on smouland@eu-recruit.com

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