
AI & ML Engineer – Cologne-based Startup
GreenPocket GmbH
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Köln • Germany
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About the role
- Further development of our product through AI integration based on modern LLM architectures (multi-model strategy using different Large Language Models)
- Design, implementation and optimization of RAG architectures (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) using our own vector database to connect domain-specific knowledge bases to LLMs
- Design and development of an AI agent that actively assists end users in operating the software (agentic workflows, tool-calling, memory handling, guardrails)
- Design of an integration agent that can automatically connect and configure interfaces to customer systems (e.g., REST, webhooks, events)
- Technical and strategic evaluation (buy vs. build) in the area of Intelligent Document Processing (IDP), including market analysis, PoCs and architectural decisions
- Development of robust prompt and system architectures, including evaluation, testing, monitoring and performance optimization
- Implementation of evaluation frameworks for LLM outputs (quality, hallucination rate, relevance, cost/benefit)
- Integration into existing backend and frontend systems, including API design, security and scalability
- Close collaboration with the CTO, CEO, product management, UX/UI and backend teams to define AI features with clear business value
Requirements
- You hold a degree in computer science or a comparable qualification that convinces us
- At least 3 years of practical experience delivering production AI projects
- Demonstrable experience with: Large Language Models (prompt engineering, fine-tuning, RAG)
- Embeddings and vector databases
- API integration and backend development
- Evaluation and monitoring of AI systems
- Strong overview of the current LLM landscape (models, frameworks, agent approaches, open-source ecosystems)
- Confident working knowledge of common tech stacks (e.g., Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, REST, containerization, cloud environments)
- Experience in architecture decisions (scalability, cost optimization, security, data protection)
- Structured, analytical working style and the ability to translate technical concepts into product value
Benefits
- Intensive coaching and development opportunities
- A permanent position with the opportunity to help shape the green founder scene
- Startup atmosphere with a lot of creative freedom, flat hierarchies and short decision paths
- Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
- Take Your GreenDay! Step away from the everyday and dedicate one day per month entirely to your own ideas
- Regular team events and foosball breaks with motivated, friendly colleagues
- Unlimited coffee and water supplies as well as regular fresh fruit
- Culturally, athletically and transport-wise very well-connected location
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Large Language Modelsprompt engineeringfine-tuningRetrieval-Augmented Generationembeddingsvector databasesAPI integrationbackend developmentevaluation of AI systemsmonitoring of AI systems
Soft Skills
structured working styleanalytical working styleability to translate technical concepts into product value
Certifications
degree in computer science