AI Engineer

AkzoNobel has a passion for paint. We're experts in the proud craft of making paints and coatings, setting the standard in color and protection since 1792. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. Headquartered in the Netherlands, we are active in over 150 countries and employ around 34,500 talented people who are passionate about delivering the high-performance products and services our customers expect.

Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative AI Engineer with minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in AI application or automation workflow development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coding, hands-on experience with agentic frameworks, and a proven track record of implementing impactful AI use cases. This role requires a forward-thinking individual who is passionate about AI, demonstrates creative problem-solving abilities, and possesses excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities: Lead and contribute to the design, development, and deployment of AI applications and workflows. Implement and optimize agentic frameworks to enhance automation and decision-making processes. Drive the end-to-end execution of AI use cases, from ideation to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven innovation. Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and proactively propose innovative solutions. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 3-4 years of experience in AI application or workflow development. Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar. Hands-on experience with agentic frameworks and AI model deployment. Demonstrated ability to implement and scale AI use cases in a business environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and innovative thinking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Passion for AI and a continuous learning mindset.

Preferred Skills: Experience in cloud-based AI solutions. Familiarity with MLOps and CI/CD pipelines for AI projects.

Regards,

Team AkzoNobel