Optical engineer Jobs in Leipzig

ABOUT US :

We are looking for a talented  AI Engineer  to join our generative AI team. The Team builds next-generation AI solutions that transform live sports data into engaging narratives including automated match reports previews and sports articles and videos. This role combines hands-on software engineering with cutting-edge applied AI research giving you the opportunity to shape how millions of fans consume sports content.

THE CHALLENGE :

Build full-stack AI applications : Develop scalable user-facing tools for editors and automated content pipelines.

Integrate AI frameworks : Design and implement agentic workflows that bring sports data to life.

AI prompting & evaluation : Craft test and refine prompt strategies for  data-to-text generation ensuring factual accuracy and high-quality output.

Model evaluation & iteration : Run systematic evaluations of LLM output using both rule-based and human-in-the-loop feedback.

Collaborate cross-functionally : Partner with product managers data scientists and editorial teams to align AI capabilities with sports storytelling needs.

Deploy and scale : Deliver production-ready services on cloud platforms with strong monitoring testing and performance optimization.

Technologies We Use (preferred but can be learned on the job)

Full-stack development : JavaScript React Python

AI frameworks : LangGraph LangChain Google Agent Developer Kit (ADK)

Prompting & evaluation : LLM prompting strategies evaluation pipelines

Cloud & DevOps : AWS and modern CI / CD workflows

Domain : Data-to-text generation sports data APIs automated content systems

ABOUT YOU :

Solid foundation as a  Full-Stack Developer  with strong interest in AI-driven applications.

Self-driven and self-motivated : able to take ownership explore new ideas and contribute without constant direction.

Comfortable with ambiguity you can identify what needs doing and drive it forward with  initiative and creativity .

Curiosity and adaptability to  learn emerging AI frameworks and tools  quickly.

Practical problem-solving mindset with focus on building  production-ready systems .

Strong collaboration skills you know when to align with the team seek guidance and share progress.

Bonus : experience in sports tech media automation or real-time data pipelines.

OUR OFFER :

A  collaborative environment  with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe Asia and US) including various  social events  and  teambuilding .

Flexibility  to manage your workday and tasks with  autonomy .

A balance of  structure  and  autonomy  to tackle your daily tasks.

Vibrant  and  inclusive community including  Women in Tech  and  Pride groups  which welcome all participants.

Global Employee Assistance Programme.

Calm  and  Reulay   app  (leading well-being apps designed to support focus quality rest mindfulness and long-term mental resilience).

Online training videos.

Flexible working hours.

While we appreciate the flexibility and benefits of working from home we strongly believe that coming together in person fosters stronger connections encourages collaboration and drives innovationboth as individuals and as a company. The energy shared ideas and team support we experience in the office strengthen the foundation of our success and culture. For this reason we are an office-first business operating on a hybrid model with team members working in the office three days a week to build relationships exchange ideas and grow together.

Additional Information :

At Sportradar we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs facilities and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) we believe skills evolve over time. If youre willing to learn and grow with us we invite you to join our team!

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Vendor Management,Design Controls,C / C++,FDA Regulations,Intellectual Property Law,ISO 13485,Research Experience,SolidWorks,Research & Development,Internet Of Things,Product Development

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1