Researcher/Research software engineer in AI/machine learning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive benefits

Creative and dynamic work environment

Opportunities for growth and development

Job summary

Karlstad University is seeking a Researcher/Research software engineer in AI/machine learning to work at the Mimer AI Factory in Stockholm. The role involves enhancing national AI/ML user support, collaborating with leading universities, and contributing to research within the NAISS infrastructure.

Ideal candidates will hold a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and have experience in AI/ML, particularly with autonomous systems. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in AI/ML, with a focus on autonomous systems.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

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

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Initiative

Responsibility

Education

Doctoral degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Programming languages common in AI/ML

Job description

Position

Researcher/Research software engineer in AI/machine learning

Overview

Mimer AI Factory 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.

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.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in a relevant discipline 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.

Application Requirements

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Employment Details

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

Contact: Henric Zazzi, [emailprotected]

Published: 2026-06-18

Last application date: 2026-08-15

Benefits

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.

Disclaimer

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