# AI/ML Research Engineer

> Orfium · Athens, Greece (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-10

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** R&I

## Description

We’re looking for AI Research Engineer with a strong foundation in machine learning and artificial intelligence, building and evaluating models. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation, delving deeply into cutting-edge research, and rigorously analysing academic literature and technical papers.

Self-motivated, consistently seeking opportunities to introduce novel ideas and solutions that push the boundaries of existing technologies. With a proactive and ownership-driven mindset, practical implementations, fostering innovation at the intersection of research and application.

Responsibilities:

-   Design and develop novel AI models and ML algorithms.
-   Focusing on state-of-the-art AI research and literature
-   Benchmarking current solutions and defining the baseline of models/processes
-   Leading projects with an impact-driven approach
-   Conduct in-depth research to identify new approaches and techniques.
-   Analyze complex datasets and extract valuable insights.
-   Coaching, mentoring, and collaborating with junior team members
-   Creating reports of the experiments and analyses
-   Publish research findings in academic journals or conferences.

## Requirements

-   +2 years of working experience in AI projects
-   Proficiency in Python programming language and Machine Learning libraries and AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or similar)
-   Good knowledge of the state of the art of technologies in relevant fields (ML, AI, Agentic AI)
-   Analytical and with the ability to set requirements and break problems into smaller task
-   Experience with large-scale data processing 
-   Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex research questions.
-   Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
-   Good communication skills to present findings and collaborate effectively.
-   BSc in Computer Science or Engineering or related field

-   Prior experience or some foundation in working with big data and high-throughput systems

Nice to Have:

-   Extra points if they have a MEng or MSc (even PhD) in AI  / Machine Learning or a related field
-   Extra points if they have previous working experience in a cloud-native environment (preferably AWS)
-   Extra points if  they have paper publications  in AI/ML research area.

## Benefits

💰 Competitive salary package and participation in our Stock Options plan  

🏠 Hybrid work model with flexibility to support your lifestyle  

🏥 Comprehensive private health and life insurance coverage  

🌴 Extra paid time off to recharge and take care of yourself  

💻 The latest tech equipment to support your productivity and creativity  

🌍 A collaborative, inclusive, and international work environment

## Apply

[Apply at Orfium](https://apply.workable.com/orfium/j/16F3C22616/apply)

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