Senior AI / ML Engineer (Python)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 26, 2025.
Our client is a leading supplier of software products in the field of eCustoms internationally.
The company supplies software products and IT services to European Union Institutions and Agencies, international organisations and national government administrations.
The company employs over 1100 engineers, IT experts and consultants.
The group’s staff is multilingual and multinational with in-depth experience in the delivery of services to the government sector worldwide.
Currently we are looking for a skilled Senior AI / ML Engineer (Python) to join the team as a long-term Contractor (B2B) / Freelancer or on a work contract.
Based in Vienna, Austria.
If you are seeking a career in an exciting and dynamic company, where you will offer your services as part of a team of a major European Institution, operating in an international, multilingual and multicultural environment where you can expect real chances to make a difference.
Tasks
- Development of AI/ML models;
- AI solution analysis, design and implementation;
- Deploy machine learning models and AI solutions into production environments;
- Propose adequate machine learning models to extract valuable insights;
- Support the development of generative AI solutions;
- Contributing to the design of the IT architecture considering master- and meta-data management concepts;
- Engage with various teams, analyze business requirements and translate them into AI solutions.
Requirements
- University degree in IT or relevant field
- Minimum 7 years of relevant working experience in IT;
- More than 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of data processing pipelines;
- More than 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of AI/ML based decision support systems;
- More than 5 years of experience in developing software packages using Python;
- More than 5 years of experience in developing Deep Learning Solutions for processing image data (convolutional networks);
- More than 5 years of experience in major AI software frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow and model formats like ONNX;
- More than 5 years of experience in applying software engineering principles;
- Experience with developing Large Language Models or multimodal models processing image data;
- Experience with building JSON REST, including building and deployment of service-oriented architecture components;
- Experience with ClearML or similar platform for streamlining AI development and deployment;
- Knowledge of models for real-time object detection and image segmentation (e.g., YOLO);
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems;
- Familiarity with Git source control;
- Excellent command of the English language.
Benefits
A competitive remuneration (either on a contract basis or remuneration with a full benefits package), based on qualifications and experience.