Junior Software Engineer (ML)
This role is a perfect entry point for a software engineer who wants to specialize in the infrastructure side of machine learning. You will help build the delivery systems for optimized AI models, ensuring they are fast, reliable, and cost-effective. It is a unique chance to work on a product that balances cutting-edge AI research with practical, high-scale engineering.
Pruna AI
Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Posted 16 April 2026
The role
Overview
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About Pruna AI
Pruna AI is an early-stage startup working in artificial intelligence, based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Integrate optimized ML models into the production API
- Build backend features for user management, security, and billing
- Operate and monitor backend services within a Kubernetes environment
- Collaborate with applied ML teams to streamline model deployment
Essential
- Ability to support the rollout of updated machine learning models via API
- Experience developing and maintaining backend services for customer access
- Capability to deploy and manage components on Kubernetes infrastructure
- Commitment to writing, testing, and maintaining high-quality production code
- Focus on ensuring reliability and performance for high-volume model serving
Preferred
- Interest in efficient machine learning and sustainability
- Previous experience or projects involving API development
- Familiarity with MLOps workflows
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Opportunity to work on high-scale systems serving millions of predictions
- Collaborative environment with research-driven experts
- Mission-driven work focused on reducing AI's carbon footprint
- Fast response time (usually within a week)
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