deepset

Open Source Community Engineer

deepset

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Baden-Würtemberg • 🇩🇪 Germany

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Job Level

JuniorMid-Level

Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Provide hands-on expertise with Haystack and Python to advance and extend the open-source framework
  • Deliver expert-level support as the primary technical contact for users and stakeholders
  • Implement patches, updates, and small product improvements to ensure stability and continuous enhancement
  • Build, nurture, and engage a local developer and user community
  • Create feedback loops by gathering input to help shape the product roadmap
  • Develop capability-building materials to increase adoption and understanding
  • Design and execute local awareness initiatives
  • Organize and host events to foster engagement and learning
  • Act as a liaison for public authorities and partners
  • Spend at least 2.5 days per week on-site at a partner innovation campus

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in software engineering, AI engineering, or open-source development
  • Strong Python skills; familiarity with Haystack or other LLM/IR frameworks
  • Experience working with or in public sector environments is a strong plus
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to lead workshops, explain technical concepts clearly, and support users effectively
  • Comfortable working on-site in Southern Germany (minimum 2.5 days/week)
  • Fluency in German and English
Benefits
  • Remote-first setup with flexible hours & tech of your choice
  • 30 days vacation + extra days for family sick leave
  • Competitive salary & stock options for every team member
  • Monthly sports & mental health support allowance with Oliva
  • Annual learning & development budget
  • Monthly team socials & in-person meetups

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
PythonHaystackopen-source developmentAI engineeringLLM frameworksIR frameworks
Soft skills
communication skillsleadershipuser supportworkshop facilitationengagement