AI Engineer / Software Developer

Responsibilities

• Department: Software Development Team
• No. Of Positions: 1 AI Engineer / SW Developer
• Reporting line: Software Project Manager
• Terms of Employment: Full-time or part-time; fixed-term employment contract, with the possibility of renewal depending on project needs.
• Location: Nicosia, Cyprus
• Indicative Annual Gross Salary Range: €20,000 - €35,000. The salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.
• Salary Range: The offer will be determined based on the successful candidate’s seniority and relevant experience.
• Probation Period: 6 (six) months
• Preferred Start Date: December 2026, or as soon thereafter.
• Application Deadline: DATE (3 weeks).
• The Opportunity

CYENS Centre of Excellence is seeking an AI Engineer / Software Developer to join its Software Development Team. The role focuses on developing, deploying and maintaining AI solutions for public-sector digital transformation and industrial applications, translating AI technologies into practical solutions that address real-world needs.

Working under the guidance of a Software Project Manager, the successful candidate(s) will contribute to the full development lifecycle, from AI model development and system integration to testing, deployment and continuous improvement. The role requires a practical, solution-oriented approach, with an emphasis on building reliable, secure and effective AI applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize AI models for government and industrial use cases
• Deploy AI solutions as scalable services for SMEs and industry partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into end-to-end digital services.
• Contribute to the testing, validation, and continuous improvement of deployed systems.
• Support the development of secure, ethical, and industry-compliant AI applications.

General qualifications and requirements

Key requirements

Essential Requirements

• University Degree, Bachelor's degree and/or postgraduate degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.).
• 2+ years of experience in AI/ML development and deployment
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience in applied AI/ML for real-world problems (e.g., NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics).
• Experience with MLOps practices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized deployment (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Language

requirements

• Excellent written and oral English-language skills are essential.
• Desirable

skills

• Experience with conversational AI, chatbot frameworks, or dialogue systems.
• Experience with API development, system integration, and document digitization workflows
• Previous experience working with industry clients.
• Familiarity with EU AI regulatory frameworks
• Why us?
• What CYENS Offers
• The opportunity to contribute to applied AI projects addressing real-world challenges in the public and private sectors.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, industry partners and experts in research and technology.
• Exposure to emerging technologies and opportunities to develop technical expertise in an interdisciplinary environment.
• An attractive remuneration package aligned with the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.
• Application process
• For full consideration, interested applicants should submit the following items via the online application form and clearly indicate the position title in their application:
• Full CV (including contact details).
• Cover letter outlining:

- your suitability for the role

• your motivation for applying; and
• your earliest available start date.
• contact details of two referees.

Important Information

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Applicants who have previously applied for a position at CYENS are required to submit a new application.
• Non-EU applicants must already possess a valid work permit.
• All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
• CYENS Centre of Excellence is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates worldwide.

Contact details

Enquiries

For general enquiries, applicants may contact the HR Department at vacancies@cyens.org.cy.