AI Developer

About The Company The Gesellschaft für wissenschaftliche Datenverarbeitung mbH Göttingen (GWDG) serves as the university computing center for the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen and functions as a leading IT competence center for the Max Planck Society. With over 40 years of experience, GWDG specializes in providing high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure and services to support cutting-edge research across various scientific disciplines. In 2020, GWDG was recognized as one of eight national HPC centers within the German NHR network, operating the renowned HLRN-IV system "Emmy," one of the most powerful supercomputers globally.

As a national supercomputing hub, GWDG offers technical support and advanced computational resources to researchers and students involved in earth system science, life sciences, engineering, and beyond. The organization actively collaborates with prominent research institutions, including the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the German Climate Computing Center (DKRZ), and the Institute for Advanced Simulation Jülich (IAS-JSC). GWDG is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in scientific computing, providing a stimulating environment for research and development in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and data science.

About The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Generative AI Developer (m/f/d) to join our interdisciplinary team of HPC experts within the "Computing" working group. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology, focusing on the development and integration of generative AI solutions tailored for sensitive and critical infrastructure. The position is based within the subproject "KISSKI-EvoKS" of our AI Service Center for Sensitive and Critical Infrastructure (KISSKI).

You will collaborate closely with customers from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups, primarily from sectors with stringent data protection requirements, to develop prototypes and workflows that lead to proof-of-concept (PoC) and blueprint implementations. The role involves designing innovative AI solutions, supporting the deployment of AI services, and contributing to the creation of technical documentation, whitepapers, and presentations for workshops and conferences. Additionally, you will play a key role in integrating novel AI methods into our existing AI service portfolio and the SAIA Platform (Scalable Artificial Intelligence Accelerator), ensuring our offerings remain cutting-edge and secure.

This position provides the chance to engage in meaningful research and practical applications, advancing the intersection of AI, high-performance computing, and data security.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a master's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field, demonstrating a strong foundation in software engineering and AI technologies. Proven programming skills in high-level languages, especially Python, are essential, along with extensive experience working within Linux environments, including scripting, version control with Git, and containerization. Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as security, testing, and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, pytest) is required.

Knowledge of databases like SQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite, as well as web development skills involving HTTP, FastAPI, HTML, and JavaScript, are highly desirable. A solid understanding of generative AI models, including large language models (LLMs), diffusion models, and frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow, is necessary. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with fluency in German (C1) and English (C1), are critical for success.

Willingness to travel for business is also expected.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will be diverse and tailored to the needs of our projects. They may include designing tailored solutions to address customer use cases by leveraging existing AI infrastructure, supporting companies in developing AI services, and generating detailed blueprints and whitepapers. You will document solutions for internal knowledge sharing and customer handover, ensuring clarity and usability.

Representing GWDG at workshops, conferences, and industry events will also be part of your role, promoting our innovative AI solutions. A key aspect involves integrating new AI methods into our AI service portfolio and the SAIA Platform, ensuring seamless deployment and performance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to advancing our AI capabilities and maintaining our position as a leader in secure AI applications.

Providing technical support to customers, troubleshooting issues, and continuously improving our AI offerings will be integral to your role, contributing to the organization’s mission of delivering secure, high-quality AI solutions tailored to sensitive data environments.

Benefits

GWDG offers a flexible working environment with adaptable hours and opportunities for mobile working, supporting a healthy work-life balance. The organization provides a modern and diverse workplace situated close to academia and research institutions, fostering innovation and collaboration. Employees will have the chance to work within a large, internationally recognized IT competence center, engaging in meaningful projects at the intersection of cutting-edge technology sectors.

GWDG emphasizes professional development, offering opportunities for skill enhancement and further qualification. Social benefits associated with the public sector, such as comprehensive health coverage, pension schemes, and job security, are also provided. The organization encourages a collaborative team environment, where expertise and innovative ideas are valued, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to grow their careers in AI and high-performance computing.

Equal Opportunity

GWDG is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. The organization strives to increase the representation of severely disabled persons and welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities.

Gender equity is a core principle, and we aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission. We believe that diversity enhances innovation and excellence, and we are