Senior AI Engineer (f/m/d)

You have a passion for technology and want to make the world a greener place?Join the forefront of energy transition with E.ON's Digital Technology organization, as part of our technology in-house consulting, Expert Services. As a professional services organization, we collaborate closely with our business units, providing pivotal services that accelerate E.ON's ambitious Digital Transformation strategy.If you have a passion for leading the green transition with digital innovation, become a playmaker in our energetic and diverse team of more than 500 Expert Services consultants.The Team – your impactAs a Senior AI Engineer (f/m/d), you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing AI solutions that enhance decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and enable smarter energy solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring best practices in AI implementation.It’s on us to make new energy work!Your Role– meaningful & rewardingDrive the development of agentic AI solutions powered by RAG delivered through enterprise platforms (e.g., Copilot Studio, Langdock, Databricks) or custom-built backends using Python or TypeScriptDesign and implement multi-step agentic workflows, using orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, LangChain) for custom solutions, with awareness of emerging standards like Model Context Protocol (MCP)Apply agentic design best practices — including guardrails, output evaluation, human-in-the-loop validation, structured tool use, and graceful fallback handlingDesign and implement AI-powered solutions leveraging Azure AI Service (OpenAI Service, AI Foundry, AI Search, Document Intelligence), with working knowledge of comparable services on AWS and GCPDesign robust data models and application backends, ensuring efficient data handling (e.g. using Python and Pydantic)Lead full-cycle development of AI applications from solution architecture and data ingestion through deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvementAutomate and streamline infrastructure and deployment tasks using Infrastructure-as-Code tooling (e.g., OpenTofu, Terraform), with CI/CD pipelines on GitLabProvide strategic direction for API development, ensuring best practices in RESTful API design and async programmingPrototype and demo AI solutions to clients and stakeholders using lightweight frontend tools (e.g., Streamlit, React) or low-code interfacesAssess IT/digital needs, challenges or systems, deliver strategic technology guidance, and lead clients through effective digital transformation initiativesYour Profile – authentic & open-mindedA degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experienceSeveral years of professional experience in AI development, solution architecture, particularly on Azure, with working knowledge of comparable services on AWS and GCPStrong expertise in Python and TypeScript and respective frameworks for RESTful API developmentDeep knowledge of Azure's AI platform (OpenAI Service, AI Foundry, AI Search, Document Intelligence) as well as DevOps practices for cloud-based infrastructure maintenance and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab)Expertise in LLM-based applications, including prompt engineering, embeddings, RAG architectures, and vector search using frameworks such as Hugging Face and LangflowUnderstanding of AI Governance, Responsible AI practices, and security considerations such as prompt injection preventionTrusted advisor mindset, committed to building strong client relationships, adapting to change, and consistently delivering value in dynamic IT/digital environmentsExcellent communication, fluent in English, and leadership skills, with the ability to drive technical projectsOur Benefits – smart & usefulEnjoy flexibility:A stable work environment that offers you the flexibility to have a personal and fulfilling work rhythm.Flexible benefits package – choose what suits you best, from gym memberships to holidays, meals, or shopping vouchers.Recharge your battery:25 vacation days to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.Private medical insurance to support your well-being.Advance your development:Access to internal learning programs and online learning platforms to grow your skills and career.This is by far not all… We are looking forward to speaking with you about further benefits during the hiring process.