The Nuclear Energy Agency - AI Engineer

Overview

The Nuclear Energy Agency is seeking an AI Engineer to support the development, deployment, and governance of AI-based solutions using Azure AI Hub and Azure AI Foundry.

Tasks Summary

• Design and implement AI solutions using Azure AI Foundry and Azure AI Hub, including RAG pipelines, custom copilots, and AI-assisted workflows.
• Translate user requirements into functional and technical designs, integrating NEA data sources with secure and controlled access.
• Develop and fine-tune prompt engineering and model orchestration for high-value use cases.
• Build connectors and APIs to integrate AI capabilities with existing NEA systems such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and Invenio RDM.
• Ensure the operational reliability, performance, and security of AI services.
• Establish monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement mechanisms for AI deployments.
• Maintain version control, documentation, and traceability of AI models and workflows.
• Work closely with NEA Heads of Division and Office to identify opportunities for AI integration.
• Work closely with the NEA IT team and support the development of AI competencies in the team.
• Conduct workshops and design sprints to elicit requirements and co-develop prototypes with end users.
• Provide training and guidance to end users on using AI tools securely and effectively.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and implement AI-based opportunities.
• Contribute to the NEA AI strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and AI principles.
• Ensure technical governance, security, and compliance of AI systems with OECD and international standards, including data protection and export control obligations.
• Define and maintain best practices for responsible AI use, including documentation, transparency, and auditability of models and prompts.
• Carry out other related duties assigned by the IT Systems Manager.

Experience Requirements

• At least five years of relevant professional experience, including demonstrable experience designing and deploying AI applications in production environments.
• Proven experience with Azure AI services (AI Hub, AI Foundry, OpenAI Service) or equivalent enterprise AI platforms e.g. GCP / AWS.
• Experience developing RAG architectures, intelligent search, or workflow automation solutions.
• Familiarity with data governance, cybersecurity, and export control considerations for sensitive or controlled data would be an advantage.
• Proven enterprise experience with Microsoft Copilot.

Qualification Requirements

• A university degree in computer science, data science, AI/ML engineering, information systems, or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: • 24 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.

Work Modality:

Remuneration: • Monthly salary starts at 7 782,39 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.