Machine Learning Developer / Developpeur d'apprentissage automatique

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Machine Learning Developer

We are seeking a motivated and curious  Machine Learning developer to help build intelligent systems that power large-scale AI and large language model (LLM) capabilities. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of modern infrastructure, collaborate with experienced engineers, and gain hands-on experience bringing ideas from concept to production—driving meaningful impact across SAP’s global ecosystem.

Description

As part of our fast-moving team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on AI and LLM-based systems at scale. We are looking for someone with strong programming skills, an eagerness to learn distributed systems, and the determination to tackle challenging technical problems. You’ll work across a diverse technology stack, collaborate with teammates and product partners, and grow your expertise while contributing to high-impact AI initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and data pipelines in Go, Java, or Python.
• Support the optimization of databases, services, and LLM  infrastructure .
• Work with modern technologies such as Kafka, Postgres,  HANA , gRPC, and AI/ML frameworks.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to learn best practices in system design and scalability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver features aligned with business goals.

Application Requirement : 

English-language resume is required for this position. Please submit your application details (resume/cover letter) in English.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of software engineering experience, ideally with exposure to backend or AI/ML systems.
• Strong programming skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, Java, or Go).
• Familiarity with databases, APIs, or distributed systems concepts.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate in diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or project experience with AI/ML or LLM frameworks.
• Personal or open-source projects that showcase your technical curiosity.
• Interest in distributed systems and large-scale product development.
• A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies.

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI and LLM systems used across SAP’s global platforms.
• Learn directly from experienced engineers in a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of modern tools and technologies.
• Contribute to projects that help shape SAP’s AI strategy and product capabilities.

French Job Description

Développeur d'apprentissage automatique

Nous recherchons un ingénieur en apprentissage automatique curieux et motivé pour contribuer au développement de systèmes intelligents qui exploitent les fonctionnalités de l’IA et des grands modèles de langage (LLM) à grande échelle. À ce poste, vous participerez à la conception et au développement d’une infrastructure moderne, vous collaborerez avec des ingénieurs expérimentés et vous acquerrez une expérience pratique en concrétisant des idées de la conception à la mise en production, contribuant ainsi de manière significative à l’écosystème mondial de SAP.

Description

En tant que membre de notre équipe dynamique, vous aurez l’opportunité de travailler sur des systèmes basés sur l’IA et les LLM à grande échelle. Nous recherchons une personne dotée de solides compétences en programmation, désireuse de se former aux systèmes distribués et déterminée à relever des défis techniques complexes. Vous travaillerez sur une pile technologique diversifiée, vous collaborerez avec vos collègues et les partenaires produits, et vous développerez votre expertise tout en contribuant à des initiatives d’envergure en matière d’IA.

Principales responsabilités

• Développe et gère des services dorsaux, des API et des pipelines de données dans Go, Java ou Python.
• Contribue à l’optimisation des bases de données, des services et de l’infrastructure LLM.
• Travaille avec des technologies modernes telles que Kafka, Postgres, HANA, gRPC et les cadres AI/ML.
• Collabore avec des ingénieurs confirmés afin d’acquérir les meilleures pratiques en matière de conception de systèmes et d’évolutivité.
• Travaille en partenariat avec des équipes transversales pour proposer des fonctionnalités alignées sur les objectifs de l’entreprise.

Exigence de candidature 

Pour ce poste, les CV doivent être rédigés en anglais. Veuillez envoyer votre candidature (CV/lettre de motivation) en anglais.

Qualifications minimales

• Baccalauréat en informatique, mathématiques, physique ou dans un domaine connexe (ou expérience équivalente).
• Plus de 2 ans d’expérience en génie logiciel, idéalement dans des systèmes dorsaux ou d’IA/ML.
• Excellentes compétences en programmation dans au moins un langage (Python, Java ou Go).
• Familiarisé avec les concepts de base de données, d’API ou de système distribué.
• Connaissances de base des pipelines d’intégration et livraison continue (CI/CD) et des pratiques de développement modernes.
• Bonnes compétences en communication et capacité à travailler en collaboration au sein d’équipes hétérogènes.

Qualifications souhaitées

• Expérience des cadres AI/ML ou LLM dans le cadre d’un stage ou d’un projet.
• Projets personnels ou open source témoignant d’une curiosité technique.
• Intérêt pour les systèmes distribués et le développement de produits à grande échelle.
• Capacité à résoudre des problèmes et volonté d’apprendre de nouvelles technologies.

Notre offre

• Vous travaillerez sur des systèmes d’IA et de LLM de pointe utilisés sur l’ensemble des plateformes mondiales de SAP.
• Vous bénéficierez de l’expertise d’ingénieurs chevronnés dans un environnement propice à la collaboration.
• Vous découvrirez un large éventail d’outils et de technologies modernes.
• Vous participerez à des projets qui contribuent à façonner la stratégie d’IA et les fonctionnalités produit de SAP.

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Due to the nature of the role, which involves global interactions with SAP entities, as well as with employees and stakeholders in Canada, functional proficiency in English is required for positions based in the Quebec.

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Requisition ID: 450438  | Work Area: Software-Design and Development  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid

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