Principal AI Engineer (f/m/x)

Job Description:

Principal AI Engineer (f/m/x)

Job ID:
Full/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular
Listed: 2026-02-11

Location: Bucharest

Position Overview

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank's technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank's technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank's technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

As a Principal AI Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions, including agentic workflows, multi-agent collaboration (MCP), and AI-to-AI (A2A) systems. Your work will drive innovation and automation, ensuring our AI systems are scalable, efficient, and aligned with the latest advancements in AI. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI.

Responsibilities
* AI Architecture & Development: Design and deploy agentic workflows and MCP systems to automate and optimize complex processes.
* A2A Systems: Develop frameworks for AI-to-AI interaction, enabling seamless collaboration between AI systems.
* Innovation & Research: Lead R&D in explainable AI, federated learning, and privacy-preserving techniques to enhance model performance and trust.
* Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into core platforms and workflows.
* Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior AI engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
* Ethical AI: Ensure AI models and workflows adhere to ethical standards and best practices.

Skills
* Significant hands-on AI/ML engineering experience, with a focus on autonomous systems, agentic workflows, or multi-agent collaboration.
* Agentic & MCP Expertise: Proven experience in designing autonomous AI agents, multi-agent systems, or A2A collaboration frameworks.
* Technical Mastery: Proficiency in Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, JAX, and cloud platforms (GCP or Others).
* Innovation Mindset: Track record of pioneering AI solutions, contributing to open-source projects, or publishing research.
* Collaboration & Mentorship: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
* Bonus: Contributions to open-source AI projects, patents, or publications in AI/ML.

Well-being & Benefits
Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.
* Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
* A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.
* A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
* Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
* A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.
Physically thriving: We support you in managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-ups.
Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.
* 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
* Hybrid working model with 40% remote work.
* Options for flexible working hours.
* Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.
Financially secure: We support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.
* Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
* Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment