Senior AI Engineer

Mirai Arabian International Company Limited; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI technology firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Senior AI Engineer to design and implement innovative AI systems that enhance productivity. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in AI/ML engineering and strong skills in Python and AI frameworks like PyTorch. This hands-on role requires collaboration across teams and focuses on deploying cutting-edge AI models and solutions.

Benefits

VIP Medical insurance for employee and parents

Phone allowance

Kids education allowance

Gym allowance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, data science, or software development.
• Strong Python development skills and experience with AI frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience building and deploying production-ready APIs and machine learning models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of AI-powered systems supporting various internal and product use cases.
• Develop scalable and maintainable APIs and integrate AI solutions into backend workflows.
• Optimize machine learning models using frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.

Skills

Python development skills

AI frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow

Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Experience building and deploying production-ready APIs

Tools

FastAPI

AWS

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Mirai, a Scopely company based in Riyadh, is building transformative AI solutions focused on enhancing productivity, automation, and data‑driven decision‑making within the company’s internal operations and enterprise platforms.

Mirai is a subsidiary of Scopely, a global interactive entertainment and mobile‑first video game company, home to many top, award‑winning experiences such as "MONOPOLY GO!", “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “Stumble Guys,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” and “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” among others. Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” Scopely is a multi‑billion‑dollar business due to its ability to create long‑lasting interactive experiences that players enjoy for years.

Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents. Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy. Established in 2021 by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), Savvy Games Group is a games and esports company formed with a mission to drive the long‑term growth and development of the broader technology and innovation industry worldwide.

We’re seeking a talented and experienced Senior AI Engineer to join our growing GenAI team in Riyadh. Mirai is seeking a seasoned and forward‑thinking Senior AI Engineer to design and implement innovative AI systems and solutions that enhance automation, enterprise productivity, knowledge workflows, and decision intelligence across our internal platforms and tools. This role plays a key part in delivering scalable AI features that serve business and operational goals within Mirai and Scopely. As part of our GenAI team, you will collaborate across disciplines to deploy cutting‑edge AI models in production environments, contribute to technical strategy, and champion engineering excellence. This is a hands‑on role that combines system design, implementation, and mentorship.

Benefits

• VIP Medical insurance for employee and his parents.
• Phone allowance.
• Kids education allowance.
• Gym allowance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of AI‑powered systems supporting various internal and product use cases.
• Develop scalable and maintainable APIs (e.g., using FastAPI) and integrate AI solutions into backend workflows.
• Optimize machine learning models using frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Contribute to infrastructure development using cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or similar), Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and product stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust AI features.
• Actively participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and project planning.
• Support junior engineers through mentorship, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Drive best practices in MLOps, software engineering, and deployment.
• Stay current with AI trends and propose applications of new research and technologies within our studio.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, data science, or software development.
• Strong Python development skills and experience with AI frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience building and deploying production‑ready APIs and machine learning models.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and containerized development.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Comfortable working independently and proactively in a fast‑paced environment.

Bonus Points

• Experience working with LLMs, RAG pipelines, or generative AI solutions.
• Exposure to MLOps workflows and tools.
• Contributions to open‑source projects or technical writing.
• Passion for innovation and digital transformation.