Junior AI Engineer

Junior AI Engineer CANDIDATI We usually respond within a day SDG Group is looking for Junior AI Engineers to join our AI & Data Science team . From day one , you will be fully integrated into an international delivery unit , working with multicultural teams on high-impact projects across cutting-edge and highly competitive sectors such as Fashion & Luxury, Utilities, Banking, Insurance, and Healthcare . This role is ideal for candidates eager to grow fast in a dynamic, international, and constantly evolving environment , with direct exposure to Generative AI and advanced analytics projects . Your Challenges: Full-Lifecycle AI Development : Manage the entire journey of an AI solution, from initial problem-solving and data cleaning to building production-ready systems. Cutting-Edge Modeling : Implement a wide range of algorithms—from traditional statistical optimization and predictive modeling (supervised/unsupervised) to advanced Generative AI using LLMs and Transformers. Industrialization & AIOps : Transition models from local environments to the cloud using an engineering mindset. You will ensure systems are scalable and reliable by applying AIOps methodologies. Cloud Mastery : Work across the "Big Three" (AWS, GCP, and Azure) and leverage specialized platforms like Databricks, SageMaker, and Vertex AI to handle large-scale data science needs. Strategic Insight & Communication : Translate complex datasets into actionable business insights. You will act as a bridge between technical data and client needs, presenting findings that solve real-world challenges. Collaborative Deployment : Work in synergy with Data Engineers to integrate models into live systems, ensuring they are not just "smart" but operational. Requirements: Education: Master’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related). Experience: Recent graduates are welcome, even with limited professional experience. Programming: Proficiency in R, Python and its ecosystem (NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn). Technical Foundations: Familiarity with Git, virtual environments, and SQL/NoSQL databases. Machine Learning Basics: Understanding of core ML concepts (regression, classification, clustering, dimensionality reduction). Languages : English at a B2 level (this will be tested during the interview). Spanish is a plus. Rock your future with SDG: Continuous Growth & Learning : Access our Internal Academies for 80 hours of initial training, followed by ongoing coaching and support for top-tier certifications (AWS, Snowflake, Google BigQuery, etc.) to keep you at the forefront of AI innovation. A Meritocratic Ecosystem : Forget rigid structures. We offer semi-annual performance reviews to discuss your achievements, new challenges, and salary adjustments based on your results. High-Impact Projects : From Day 1, you’ll be part of a team implementing real-world AI, deep learning, and predictive analytics for global industry leaders across multiple sectors. Young & International Culture : Join a diverse, inclusive, and energetic team with an average age under 30, where you’ll rub shoulders with top AI experts and enjoy opportunities for international travel. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance : We embrace Smart Working (hybrid) and provide financial support for your home office. Stability & Purpose : We offer a permanent contract because we want you to grow with us long-term in an environment that celebrates creativity and diversity. SDG Group is one of the fastest-growing management consulting firms globally, recognized by Gartner as a leader in Data & Analytics. Working at SDG means joining one of the fastest-growing management consulting firms in the fields of Business Analytics, Corporate Performance Management, and Advanced Business Solutions. With more than 2,000 professionals worldwide, it has been recognized by Gartner as one of the 37 most cutting-edge companies in the Data & Analytics sector—the only Italian firm and the second in Europe. SDG operates in Italy with 4 offices (Milan, Florence, Verona, and Rome) and has branches in Spain, Portugal, France, UK, USA, and the Middle East. We put our Analytics expertise at the service of companies to empower their business strategies, helping them transform into successful data-driven organizations. Are you ready to be part of the future of AI? Apply now! Team Data Science / Artificial Intelligence Role AI Engineer Locations Milan , Verona Remote status Hybrid Milan Verona About SDG Group SDG Group is a global consulting firm specialized in Data & Analytics. We are catalysts of innovation. We combine our unique approach to business challenges with the synergies and reach of a truly global firm. This is SDG Group, where the AI-driven futures we build with our clients are backed by three decades of experience in data, analytics, and business insights. SDG Group works on the pillars of a Triple Expertise, incorporating business process skills by domain with a technological knowledge and a partnership with the most important and innovative software providers. Our portfolio also features cutting-edge laboratories and the development of Advanced Analytics & AI technologies. 🔝 OUR MARKET POSITION: SDG Group has a market leader position both at a global and a local level, recognised by the main market analysts in the AI, Data & Analytics space. 👨🏻‍💻 +2,500 EMPLOYEES: Driven by talent and innovation. We are constantly growing by attracting and retaining the best talents from the market. 🌍 GLOBAL PRESENCE: Customer proximity is our purpose. 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