Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer

The Senior Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer designs, develops, and deploys artificial intelligence solutions across the organization. This role bridges the gap between theoretical AI/ML models and production-ready applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and business value. Working closely with data science teams, the Senior AI Engineer transforms innovative concepts into robust, enterprise-grade AI systems that drive Covestro’s digital transformation.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

AI Solution Development & Integration

• Engineer and deploy AI and machine learning models into production environments
• Design and implement comprehensive MLOps and AIOps pipelines for model lifecycle management
• Create monitoring systems to detect model drift and implement automated retraining mechanisms

Infrastructure & Architecture

• Architect scalable AI solutions leveraging cloud and edge computing technologies
• Develop and maintain microservice architectures supporting AI deployments
• Implement data pipelines to support training and inference needs across diverse data types

Collaboration & Innovation

• Partner with data scientists and Generative AI Engineers to optimize model performance and deployment efficiency
• Work cross-functionally with business stakeholders to align AI solutions with business needs
• Evaluate and incorporate emerging AI technologies to maintain competitive advantage

Business Impact

• Drive business value by successfully integrating AI capabilities into Covestro’s core processes
• Accelerate digital transformation through automated, intelligent solutions that enhance efficiency and innovation
• Enable data-driven decision making by making AI accessible and reliable for business users

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field with 7+ years’ experience; OR Master’s degree in in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field with 5+ years experience; OR PhD with 3+ years experience
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with demonstrated success in production AI systems
• Experience with modern AI frameworks

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong expertise in containerization and cloud platforms
• Proficiency with data processing technologies) and database systems
• Programming expertise in Python and familiarity with other languages
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving technologies and requirements
• Willingness to travel occasionally for collaboration purposes

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