AI Engineer
Carnegie Mellon University
We are hiring AI Engineer in our Qatar campus.
The AI Engineer will serve as a core member of the Computing Services team, responsible for designing, developing, supporting, and deploying AI-driven solutions that advance the campus’ academic, research, and administrative missions. This role combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication, documentation, and training skills. The AI Engineer will also lead training initiatives to foster AI adoption and promote the responsible, ethical, and innovative use of AI technologies across the campus community.
Key Responsibilities
AI Development, Support & Deployment (50%)
Serve as a primary support resource for the AI service catalog by addressing inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring timely resolution in collaboration with technical teams.
Maintain, support, and continuously improve existing AI tools and services used by faculty, staff, and students.
Design and implement AI solutions using Python and standard frameworks such as scikit-learn, PyTorch, and TensorFlow.
Develop and deploy AI services that integrate with both on-premise and cloud infrastructure.
Leverage experience with AI/ML solutions in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud environments to support scalable deployments.
Partner with IT security and data governance teams to ensure AI solutions comply with institutional standards, research data policies (e.g., FERPA), and ethical AI guidelines
Training, Stakeholder Engagement & Documentation (30%)
Design and deliver engaging AI workshops tailored to faculty, staff, and students to build AI literacy, awareness, and practical application skills.
Create clear and actionable training materials, guides, and documentation that empower campus stakeholders to co-develop and utilize AI solutions.
Maintain a comprehensive, user-friendly repository of AI architectures, workflows, project documentation, and educational resources.
Research, Innovation & Technology Evaluation (10%)
Stay up to date on emerging AI trends, frameworks, and cloud services, particularly those relevant to higher education and academic research.
Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, and frameworks to support instructional innovation, research computing, and operational effectiveness.
Identify and explore new AI use cases on campus; contribute to ideation pipelines, pilot initiatives, and early-stage implementations.
Collaboration (10%)
Work closely with faculty, researchers, staff, and students to understand institutional needs and co-design AI-powered solutions.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and colleagues across departments and the university’s main campus.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
3–5 years of hands-on experience in AI/ML engineering, software development, or cloud-based solution delivery.
Proficiency in Python and libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
Experience deploying AI/ML solutions in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud environments.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Excellent presentation, documentation, and training facilitation skills.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Doha, QatarJob Function
Software/Applications Development/EngineeringPosition Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Full timePay Basis
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