Researcher/Research software engineer in AI/machine learning

Euraxess; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good working conditions

Attractive benefits

Opportunity for development

Job summary

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm is seeking a Recognised Researcher for AI & Machine Learning. This permanent, full-time role emphasizes facilitating national AI support and collaborating across institutions. Ideal candidates will hold a doctoral degree with substantial experience in AI/ML and autonomous systems.

Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are essential. Join us to contribute to innovative research and development in a supportive environment with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline focused on AI and ML.
• Several years of professional experience in AI/ML, especially in autonomous systems.
• Strong communication skills necessary for promoting organizational activities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate, develop and strengthen national AI/ML user support.
• Collaborate with staff at KTH, RISE, and NAISS partner universities.
• Participate in research activities within the NAISS infrastructure.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Machine Learning (ML)

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of gender equality issues

Proficiency in English

Education

Doctoral degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Tools

Various programming languages

Job description

Organisation/Company KTH Royal Institute of Technology Research Field Computer science » Other Engineering » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 15 Aug 2026 - 21:59 (UTC) Country Sweden Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Mimer AI Factory (https://mimer-ai.eu/ ) aims to advance innovation, accelerate the adoption of AI, and position Europe as a global leader in AI. We provide access to AI-optimized supercomputers and services such as training and support for SMEs, startups, researchers, and government agencies.

You will primarily work in the Scientific Services Group at KCSC (formerly PDC). Your responsibilities will include facilitating, developing, and strengthening national AI/ML user support. In this role, you will collaborate with staff at KTH, RISE, and NAISS partner universities.

The applicant will also participate in research activities within the NAISS infrastructure, contributing to the advancement of AI/ML capabilities in Sweden.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degreein a relevant disciplin with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).
• Several years of professional experience in AI/ML, with a focus on autonomous systems.
• Strong communication skills are essential, including the ability to effectively communicate and promote the activities of the organization.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal treatment issues, with a particular focus on gender equality, is expected.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, as it is required in day to day work.

Personal skills

• Initiative, responsibility, and collaboration skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team is required.

Preferred qualifications

• Broad knowledge of various programming languages commonly used in AI and ML applications.
• In-depth expertise in AI/ML for autonomous systems, including sensing, perception, planning, and control in dynamic environments.
• Experience in developing and leading activities or operations is considered an asset.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.

The employment is valid until further notice (permanent post) according to agreement.
The employment begins with a six-month probationary period.

It may be the case that a position at KTH is classified as a security-sensitive role in accordance with the Protective Security Act (2018:585). If this applies to the specific position, a security clearance will be conducted for the applicant in accordance with the same law with the applicant's consent. In such cases, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved following the security clearance.

Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence

Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: As soon as possible according to agreement
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA-2026-2270