
Forward Deployed Engineer – AI Inference (Intern)
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Studies: Computer science, data science or related
Languages: English (fluent)
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inference enginesmodel servingGPUsperformance optimizationAI inferenceTensorRT-LLMAPI customizationSGLangLLMsbenchmarkingserverlessGPU sizingvLLM
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The RoleAs a Forward Deployed Engineer Intern, you own the technical side of our AI inference deals. You help customers figure out which models, GPUs and configurations fit their needs, run technical sessions with them, and work hand in hand with our commercial team to get deals closed.This is not a pure engineering role: you'll spend a lot of time with customers, and we're looking for someone who enjoys exactly that. Much of this work is still manual today – you'll help us turn it into product.What You'll DoMatch customer requirements to the right models, GPUs and configurations for dedicated inferenceRun technical sessions with customers and help them make confident decisionsWork in tandem with our commercial team to move deals forwardSupport serverless and API customizations, and help turn recurring ones into productTranslate customer needs into clear technical specs for our engineering teamCollect benchmarks and learnings that help us automate matching and customizationsWhat We're Looking ForStudies in computer science, data science or a closely related fieldInterest in or first exposure to AI inference: LLMs, inference engines, GPUsReal excitement about working with customers and the commercial side – not just the technical oneStrong communication skills: you talk confidently to customers and engineers alikeAn entrepreneurial mindset: give you an outcome, and you find a way without getting blockedYou stay calm and constructive when your ideas are challengedFluent EnglishBonus PointsCoursework or projects on inference engines or ML systems (e.g. vLLM, SGLang, TensorRT-LLM)Experience with GPU sizing, model serving, benchmarking or performance optimizationA previous internship at an AI infrastructure or inference companyStartup experienceGermanWhy us?Outstanding team: Work with some of the best engineers in the world, coming from hedge funds, big tech, AI startups and top universitiesOnce in a lifetime opportunity: Early-stage company in the fastest-growing market in the worldOwnership: Shape how European AI companies access GPU computeEuropean mission: Build sovereign, GDPR-compliant AI infrastructure for the next generation of deep-techFind Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow
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