Software-Architect

AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 66.000 - 81.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH seeks an experienced AI Architect to lead end-to-end AI solutions, spanning model development, data pipelines, evaluation, MLOps, and trustworthy AI. You will shape architecture for AI infrastructure and applications with partner organisations, and guide implementations across hybrid cloud and HPC environments.

You will work with data scientists and domain experts to translate needs into scalable, compliant architectures, develop reference workflows for

Qualifikationen

• Several years of AI architecture and scalable MLOps experience.
• Strong knowledge of AI frameworks, data pipelines, and cloud/HPC infra.
• Experience with MLOps tools and observability stacks.
• Familiarity with responsible-AI frameworks and EU AI regulations is a plus.
• Collaborative mindset across disciplines and organisations.

Aufgaben

• Architect and design end-to-end AI solutions including data pipelines and MLOps.
• Define architecture and service portfolio for AI infrastructure with partners.
• Develop reference architectures for LLMs, RAG pipelines, and AI agents.
• Ensure integration of AI services across hybrid cloud and HPC for scalability.
• Embed trustworthy AI, bias, privacy and EU AI Act compliance into design.
• Collaborate with data scientists to translate needs into robust architecture.
• Produce documentation, best practices, and training materials.
• Advance exploitation of results and contribute to technology transfer.
• Represent AI Factory Austria in national and international forums.

Kenntnisse

AI architecture

MLOps

Cloud & HPC

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitOps

MLflow

Kubeflow

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK

SLURM

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• You are responsible for the architecture and design end-to-end AI solutions, covering model development, data pipelines, evaluation, MLOps, and trustworthy AI, also considering integration into client technical landscapes
• You define and evolve the architecture and service portfolio for AI infrastructure and applications in collaboration with partner organisations, industry, and public institutions
• You develop reference architectures and workflows (e.g., LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, AI agents) and provide technical guidance for implementation in partner projects
• You ensure seamless integration of AI services across hybrid cloud and HPC environments, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability
• You design systems for scalability and performance, ensuring that AI solutions can be reliably deployed and operated at scale
• You embed trustworthy AI principles into system design - addressing transparency, bias, privacy, and compliance with the EU AI Act
• You collaborate with data scientists and domain experts to translate user needs into robust and sustainable technical architecture
• You are responsible for documentation, best practices, and training materials to support adoption and knowledge transfer
• You ensure the sustainable implementation and exploitation of results (e.g., patents, licenses, company formation, technology transfer)
• You represent AI Factory Austria in national and international expert committees, networks, and conferences, significantly contributing to the visibility and reputation of Austria as an AI hub

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in AI architecture, AI/ML solution design, and scalable MLOps environments
• Strong understanding of AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow), data pipelines, and cloud/HPC infrastructure
• Proven practical experience in MLOps: Docker/Kubernetes, GitOps, MLflow/Kubeflow, observability stacks (Prometheus/Grafana, ELK)
• Experience with HPC schedulers (e.g., SLURM) and hybrid cloud architectures
• Practical experience with Responsible-AI-Frameworks and the EU-AI-Regulations is advantageous
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working across disciplines and organisations
• The activity-related one language skills in English, German would be an advantage
• You should be eligible for working in Austria

What to expect

• A key function in a visionary field of the future with high social and economic relevance
• Excellent research and technology foundation as well as a dedicated team to implement innovative ideas
• Significant opportunities for shaping your work and short decision-making paths within an open, agile organizational structure
• Close collaboration with leading national and international partners as well as access to unique AI and HPC infrastructure
• The minimum gross annual salary is EUR 73,794 for full-time work (38.5 hours/week). Additional variable components may apply, with the final salary based on your qualifications and experience
• Employee benefits include meal allowances, healthcare and pension benefits, additional leave, family benefits, vouchers, sports and cultural activities, flexible working hours with up to 50% home office, conference support, and individual training and career development opportunities
• The position is funded by the AI Factory Austria until June 2028. An extension beyond this period may be possible depending on future project developments

Equal Opportunities Statement

At AIT, we promote an inclusive, family-friendly workplace that values equal opportunities and diversity. We are committed to increasing the representation of women and particularly welcome applications from female candidates.