Senior AI Engineer

Job ID: 3092

Welcome to Group Technology, where we pride ourselves on engineering solutions that directly impact Nordea's 2030 goals to modernize data technology and accelerate AI. We're seeking a collaborative and innovative Senior Data Engineer to join our AI Innovation team at Nordea. You'll design and build scalable AI solutions with a focus on data and system integrations, working with Agentic AI applications that drive value across the organization.

Nordea is a place where traditions meet tomorrow. We're not just a bank, we're a tech employer on a mission to evolve finance securely and responsibly. Together, we impact millions of people's daily lives by ensuring they can access our solutions anytime, anywhere, while safeguarding their personal data and wealth. Join us in making an impact on the banking industry. 

This position is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working location based in Helsinki, Finland, Gdansk / Gdynia / Warsaw, Poland, Copenhagen, Denmark, or Stockholm, Sweden. 

About our team

Meet the AI Innovation team. We're a collaborative and innovative team that acts as Nordea's key innovation driver, working closely with every part of the bank to execute AI use cases. Our deep connections throughout Nordea and trusted reputation enable us to transform ambitious AI visions into practical, impactful solutions. 

What you’ll be doing 

Main responsibilities in this role include, but are not limited to: 

• Design, develop and scale transformative AI applications from concept to production, to create technology that makes a real impact
• Build innovative generative AI applications that solve meaningful problems, partnering with cross-functional teams throughout the development lifecycle
• Connect AI systems with vector databases, APIs and existing systems to build cohesive solutions
• Architect scalable infrastructure for AI workloads, including model serving and data pipelines
• Explore emerging AI tools and frameworks: share insights and build proof-of-concepts
• Partner with engineers and product teams to translate business needs into practical AI solutions 

What you’ll bring

You’ll thrive in this role if you're excited to build AI solutions that solve real-world problems and drive meaningful change. You bring a growth mindset, collaborative problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities.

We're looking for someone with most of the following experience and skills:

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent practical experience 
• 3 - 5+ years’ experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products or AI/ML products in production environments 
• Strong software engineering fundamentals with proficiency in Python and experience building scalable, maintainable codebases 
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries, with the ability to implement and optimize models for production use 
• Solid understanding of DevOps/MLOps practices (CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes) and infrastructure automation 
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), particularly AI/ML and data services 
• Comfortable building integrations with diverse data sources and formats 

It would be ideal if you also have: 

• Deep interest in or experience with Generative AI and Machine Learning technologies 
• Experience with Model Context Protocol (MCP) for connecting AI models with external data sources 
• Background in agile development or digital transformation projects 
• Professional experience working in regulated industries i.e. Banking, Government, etc. 
• Knowledge and familiarity with EU AI Act and other relevant AI regulations 

We encourage applications from candidates who are passionate about AI and meet most of these criteria. We value diverse perspectives and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps

We kindly ask you to submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 30/03/2026. Any applications or CVs sent by email, direct messages, or any other channel than our application forms, will not be accepted or considered. 

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics, and traits make us better at serving our customers and communities.  

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please reach out to our tech recruiter and main point of contact anna.dahlstrom@consult.nordea.com.

Only for candidates in Sweden: For union information, please contact Finansförbundet at finansforbundet@nordea.se or SACO at SacoNordea@nordea.com.

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