Junior AI Engineer - apprenticeship position

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Firenze, ITA
Hybrid
29K-29K Annually
Entry level
Information Technology • Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Supports the design and development of generative AI solutions, including LLM agents and RAG pipelines. Develops data pipelines and models using Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, and AWS; evaluates AI accuracy, performance, and reliability; collaborates with senior engineers, consultants, and clients; and stays current with AI developments. The role includes structured training, mentorship, certifications, and hands-on project experience for a recent graduate.
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YOUR NEW COMPANY

Kirey is one of the leading European groups specializing in technology consulting and system integration, with a distinctive positioning in data-driven innovation. 

Through a comprehensive portfolio of solutions—including Data & AI, Cloud, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & Automation, and Monitoring—Kirey transforms data complexity into intuitive and accessible solutions, enabling its clients to achieve their business objectives.

Headquartered in Italy, with a solid international presence and nearly 1,500 employees, Kirey has delivered more than 10,000 projects for leading clients across industries such as Insurance, Banking, Manufacturing, Retail, Public Administration, and Services & Energy.

At the core of all this are people, who at Kirey are empowered to fully express their talent and actively contribute to the company’s value chain. This is made possible through continuous investment in improvement processes and training, the promotion of innovative ideas and creativity through skills development, and a strong commitment—expressed through dedicated initiatives—to inclusion and diversity.

YOUR ROLE

Kirey Group's AI & Innovation Business Unit designs and delivers AI-driven solutions for leading companies across industries such as pharma, manufacturing and financial services. We help our clients turn data into value through Generative AI, advanced analytics and modern data platforms like Databricks, Microsoft Fabric and AWS BedRock.

You will contribute to projects such as AI agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems, automated data analysis and interactive dashboards, working in a collaborative, innovation-oriented environment.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Support the design and development of Generative AI solutions, including LLM-based agents and RAG pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines and models on platforms such as Databricks, Microsoft Fabric and AWS.
  • Help evaluate and monitor AI solutions, measuring accuracy, performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers, consultants and client teams throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in AI and share new ideas with the team.

Requisitions

  • Recent bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related field.
  • Interest in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and modern data tools (DataBricks, Cloudera).
  • Curiosity, willingness to learn and a proactive attitude.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
  • Good knowledge of English, both written and spoken; Italian is required.

Nice to have:

  • University projects or a thesis on AI/ML, experience with frameworks such as LangChain or LangGraph, a GitHub portfolio.
  • Good programming skills in Python; knowledge of SQL is a plus.
Qualifications

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a motivated recent graduate to join our team as a Junior AI Engineer under an apprenticeship contract. This is a structured growth path: you will receive hands-on training, mentorship from senior engineers and the opportunity to earn certifications on the main cloud and data platforms.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

The apprenticeship position comes with a starting gross annual salary of € 29,000

 

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

  • Challenging and innovative projects
  • Dynamic and merit-based environment
  • Agile team collaboration
  • Professional growth plan
  • Training courses and certifications
  • Welfare & Benefits system
  • Smart working or full remote options (genuinely available❗) with flexible hours

 

JOIN US

Location: Florence (Hybrid)

We adopt a hybrid working strategy designed to leverage the opportunities offered by remote work for both employees and the company. Our approach reflects the belief that an employee’s impact, contribution, and results matter more than their physical location.

Kirey promotes diversity in the workplace. All applications for open positions are welcome and will be assessed based on merit.

 

DATA PROTECTION NOTICE

Your personal data will be processed for recruitment purposes (execution of pre-contractual measures) by Kirey S.r.l., headquartered at Viale Francesco Restelli 5, 20124 Milan, Italy, represented by its legal representative, and/or by other companies under its control. These entities may be contacted at [email protected].

You may exercise your rights under Articles 15–22 of the GDPR, including lodging a complaint with the Data Protection Authority. Data will be retained for a maximum of 24 months (unless interrupted or suspended) and will not be disclosed.

The full privacy notice is available here:https://www.kireygroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Kirey_Informativa-Selezione-del-Personale-ex-artt.-13-e-14-GDPR_241023.pdf or upon request at [email protected]

 

 

Skills Required

  • Recent bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, data science, mathematics, physics, or a related field
  • Interest in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
  • Interest in modern data tools such as Databricks and Cloudera
  • Curiosity, willingness to learn, and a proactive attitude
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
  • Good written and spoken English
  • Italian language proficiency
  • University project or thesis focused on AI or machine learning
  • Experience with LangChain or LangGraph
  • GitHub portfolio
  • Good programming skills in Python
  • Knowledge of SQL
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The Company
1,578 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

Kirey Group is a European technology and digital consulting firm that helps organizations pursue digital transformation through customized, innovative IT solutions. Its work emphasizes data-driven innovation, systems integration, and consultancy, while designing and delivering tailored technology solutions across sectors such as finance, manufacturing, insurance, banking, retail, public administration, and oil and gas. The company supports technology-enabled business change.

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