Compensation: EUR 55300
- EUR 78000
- yearlyCompany DescriptionWe are looking for aPrincipalAI Engineerto join our EnterpriseProductivity team, anagile, high-impact group building AI-driven solutions that transform howour companyoperates.
In this role, you will work at the intersection ofAI, engineering, and business operations,partnering directly with teams across the company toidentifyinefficiencies, rapidly prototypesolutions, and deploy scalable AI tools that drive measurable impact. You willoperateglobally,engage with diverse stakeholders, and tackle high-leverage problems that improve how we workevery day.
This is a fast-moving, hands-on role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving real-world problems, and wants to see their work adopted quickly at scale.

Job Description
WhatYou'llDoEmbed with business teamsto deeply understand workflows, pain points, andopportunities for automation and optimizationDesign and build AI-powered toolsthat improve internal productivity across functionssuch as finance, HR, operations, sales, and marketingRapidly prototype and iterateusing modern AI/ML technologies (e.g., LLMs, Copilots,automation pipelines)Deploy solutions in production, ensuring reliability, usability, and measurable impactBridge technical and non-technical teams, translating business problems into scalableengineering solutionsDrive end-to-end deliveryfrom problem discovery to implementation, rollout, andadoptionCreate reusable frameworks and platformsto accelerate future AI deployments acrossthe organizationOperate globally, collaborating with distributed teams and delivering solutions that scaleacross regionsQualificationsWhatWe'reLooking ForCore Skills7-10+ years of experience in software engineering, machine learning,



or applied AIStrong experience designing and deployingproduction-grade systemsin cloudenvironmentsExperience building and deployingAI/ML systems, ideally with LLMs or generative AIExperience in building, orchestrating,monitoringagentic/multi-agentic AI workflowsAbility to work across the stack (APIs, data pipelines, front-end interfaces when needed)Deep understanding ofsystem design, distributed systems, and scalable architecturesSolid system design skills with a focus on scalability, reliability, and securityKnowledgeofdata engineeringandanalytics workflowsExperience working inglobal, cross-functional teamsFamiliarity withgovernance, security, and compliance considerationsfor enterprise AIProblem-Solving & MindsetProven ability tonavigate ambiguity and move quicklyin fast-paced environmentsStrong product and user mindset focused on delivering practical, impactful solutionsExcellent communication skills; able to work directly with stakeholders across all levelsHigh ownership and bias for action, ability to supportmultipleworkstreams in parallelString experience in mentoring and guiding team members to make good decisionsNice to HaveFamiliarity withenterprise systems(ERP, CRM, workflow tools)Experience acrossAzure AI, Microsoft Copilot, and the broaderMicrosoft ecosystemExperience implementing AI tools, GenAI services, building and orchestrating agentic AI workflowsin real-world business processesExperience inforward-deployed, solutions engineering,



or consulting-style rolesBackground inprocess optimization, automation, or digital transformationinitiatives cAdditional InformationWhy Join UsHigh impact: Your work will directly improve how the company operatesSpeed & autonomy: We are an agile team that ships quickly and iterates continuouslyBroad exposure: Work across all business functions and geographiesCutting-edgetech: Build with the latest AI technologies and shape how they are appliedinternallyOwnership: Drive projects end-to-end and see immediate adoption of your workSuccess in This Role Looks LikeIdentifyingand deliveringhigh-impact AI use casesthat reduce manual work andincrease efficiencyShippingproduction-ready solutions in weeks, with strong adoption across teamsBuildingscalable, reusable AI capabilitiesacross the enterpriseActing as atrusted technical partnerto both engineering and business stakeholdersSalary:55300
- €78.800 gross per year. This role might also be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Placement within the range will depend on objective criteria including experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. We are committed to equal pay and pay transparency. Remuneration decisions are made using gender-neutral and objective criteria.
Versátil working environmentVolunteer time offNIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ's principles of fairness, transparency, human oversigh

📌 AI Principal Engineer (San Sebastián de los Reyes)
🏢 NielsenIQ
📍 San Sebastián de los Reyes