Applied AI & Optimization Engineer (m/f/d)

About the Position

We are looking for an Applied AI & Optimization Engineer (m/f/d) to join Staige GmbH in Essen, Germany. If you are passionate about maximizing the potential of AI models and optimizing their behavior with mathematical precision, we want you on our team!

Responsibilities

• Focus on mathematical optimization, model behavior, and maximizing the output quality of our AI systems
• Perform hyperparameter tuning and conduct in-depth model evaluations
• Develop and optimize the post-processing of model outputs using intelligent thresholding and filtering
• Guide our models towards near-production deployment and ensure their reliability

Requirements

• Strong mathematical background (especially in optimization and statistics)
• Proficiency in Python and common libraries such as NumPy, PyTorch, or similar frameworks
• Solid experience in hyperparameter tuning and systematic model evaluation (Precision/Recall, FP/TP analysis)
• Proficient in the practical post-processing of outputs (thresholding, filtering)
• Optional: Experience with CLIP or similar models, embeddings, and similarity scoring
• Optional: Knowledge of prompt-based image/text models as well as anomaly detection / scoring systems
• Optional: Experience with production-ready AI systems (especially monitoring and drift detection)
• Very good German language skills

We Offer

• Flexible working hours
• Modern workplace with remote work options
• Friendly and collaborative work environment
• Individualized onboarding and sponsored professional development opportunities
• Exciting and innovative projects with challenging tasks, where you take on responsibility early on
• A company culture where your opinion is valued and you can make a difference with your ideas

About the Company

Staige GmbH combines cutting-edge AI technology with tangible added value for our customers. We stand for technological progress, real-time video analysis, and intelligent solutions. Our mission: We make visual data actionable wherever it's needed – from critical infrastructure to sports!

Staige is diverse. We are convinced that diversity is essential to creating exceptional products. It starts with our team. That’s why we’ve created a culture free of discrimination that fosters diverse teams and does not discriminate based on race, religion, skin color, origin, or other personal characteristics.

Have we gotten you interested?

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