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Applied AI Engineer (LLM & Model expert) 

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RoleApplied AI Engineer
LevelMedior/senior
FocusDeveloping and implementing AI / LLM solutions
LanguageFluent in Dutch and English
ContractFull-time employment
LocationHybrid (Thuis, Kortrijk, Gent, Antwerpen, Leuven, Hasselt)

We’re looking for an Applied AI Engineer who brings AI into production

Many AI projects get stuck in experimentation.
At Codana, we push them toward real-world applications.

As an Applied AI Engineer, you work at the intersection of models and implementation. You understand how AI works. But more importantly, how to apply it in concrete use cases.

You also guard the fundamentals: consistent output, performance, cost efficiency, and secure handling of data.

What will you do?

  • Work with LLMs (prompting, RAG, embeddings, fine-tuning)
  • Build AI pipelines and experiment with solutions
  • Optimize performance, cost, and quality
  • Collaborate with engineers to integrate AI into products
  • Evaluate and select the right techniques per use case
  • Stay up to date with developments in AI

Who are we looking for?

  • Strong technical background (Python, ML frameworks, …)
  • Experience with AI / LLM use cases
  • Knowledge of embeddings, vector databases, and retrieval techniques
  • You can turn theory into practical solutions
  • You enjoy working hands-on and experimenting quickly
  • You think in impact, not complexity
  • You understand the trade-offs around quality, performance, security, and cost
  • You can demonstrate experience bringing AI use cases into working production environments

Why choose Codana?

You won’t work in a research-only environment, but in a context where AI is actually used.

In addition, we offer:

  • A competitive salary package with additional benefits
  • Flexibility through hybrid work
  • The opportunity to help build our AI capabilities
  • A team that learns and evolves quickly

Ready to make AI truly work?

AI only becomes valuable when it’s applied.

At Codana, you make that happen.
From experiment to reality.

Klaar om kennis te maken?

Interesse? De max!
Gebruik het formulier hieronder of stuur je sollicitatie naar hello@codana.be

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How does the application process work?

First conversation

We start simple: do we enjoy getting to know each other? No interrogation, just an open conversation. Who are you, who are we, and does it click?

Second conversation

If it feels right, we take the next step. We dive deeper into your experience, how you think, how you work, and what gives you energy.

Third conversation

You’ll speak with someone from the team. No theory; just practice. This way, you know exactly what you’re stepping into, and so do we.

Offer

Does it feel right on both sides? Then we’ll make you an offer. No games; just clarity.

Let's go

Everything aligned? Then we’d love to welcome you to Codana.

Go to application form