Machine Learning Engineer

Multiverse Computing
Multiverse is a well-funded, fast-growing deep-tech company founded in 2019. We are the largest quantum software company in the EU and have been recognized by CB Insights (2023 and 2025) as one of the 100 most promising AI companies in the world.

With 180+ employees and growing, our team is fully multicultural and international. We deliver hyper-efficient software for companies seeking a competitive edge through quantum computing and artificial intelligence.

Our flagship products, CompactifAI and Singularity, address critical needs across various industries:

• CompactifAI is a groundbreaking compression tool for foundational AI models based on Tensor Networks. It enables the compression of large AI systems—such as language models—to make them significantly more efficient and portable.
• Singularity is a quantum- and quantum-inspired optimization platform used by blue-chip companies to solve complex problems in finance, energy, manufacturing, and beyond. It integrates seamlessly with existing systems and delivers immediate performance gains on classical and quantum hardware.

You'll be working alongside world-leading experts to develop solutions that tackle real-world challenges. We're looking for passionate individuals eager to grow in an ethics-driven environment that values sustainability and diversity.

We're committed to building a truly inclusive culture—come and join us

As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will

• Design and develop new techniques to compress Large Language Models based on quantum-inspired technologies to solve challenging use cases in various domains.
• Conduct rigorous evaluations and benchmarks of model performance, identifying areas for improvement, and fine-tuning and optimising LLMs for enhanced accuracy, robustness, and efficiency.
• Build LLM based applications such as RAG and AI agents.
• Use your expertise to assess the strengths and weaknesses of models, propose enhancements, and develop novel solutions to improve performance and efficiency.
• Act as a domain expert in the field of LLMs, understanding domain-specific problems and identifying opportunities for quantum AI-driven innovation.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of LLM development processes, experiments, and results.
• Share your knowledge and expertise with the team to foster a culture of continuous learning, guiding junior members of the team in their technical growth and helping them develop their skills in LLM development.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements and emerging trends in LLMs and recommend new tools and technologies as appropriate.

Required minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with deep learning models and neural networks, preferably working with Large Language models and Transformer
• Solid mathematical foundations and expertise in deep learning algorithms and neural networks, both training and inference.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, performance analysis, test design, and documentation skills.
• Strong understanding with the fundamentals of GPU architectures and and LLM hardware/ software infrastructures.
• Excellent programming skills in Python and experience with relevant libraries (PyTorch, HuggingFace, etc.).
• Experience with cloud platforms (ideally AWS), containerization technologies (Docker) and with deploying AI solutions in a cloud environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment and communicate complex ideas effectively.
• Previous research publications in deep learning or any tech field is a plus
• Fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience running large-scale workloads in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters.
• Experience in DevOps/MLOps practices in deep learning product development.
• Experience in handling large datasets and ensuring data quality.
• Experience with inference and deployment environments (TensorRT, vLLM, etc.).
• Experience in accuracy evaluation of LLMs (OpenLLM Leaderboard).
• Experience building and evaluating RAG systems.
• Familiarity with AI ethics and responsible AI practices.

Location:
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based

Perks and benefits:

• Equal pay guaranteed.
• Private health insurance.
• Hybrid opportunity.
• Flexible working hours.
• Language classes and discounted lunch options
• Working in a high paced environment, working on cutting edge technologies.
• Career plan. Opportunity to learn and teach.
• Progressive Company. Happy people culture

As an equal opportunity employer, Multiverse Computing is committed to building an inclusive workplace. The company welcomes people from all different backgrounds, including age, citizenship, ethnic and racial origins, gender identities, individuals with disabilities, marital status, religions and ideologies, and sexual orientations to apply.
Come and join our multicultural team

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