Platform Engineer - AI Architecture, Gateway & MCP

Riverty GmbH
Baden-Baden, Germany
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Baden-Baden, Germany

Tech stack

Java
API
Artificial Intelligence
Distributed Systems
Interoperability
Python
Software Engineering
TypeScript
Network Routers
Backend

Job description

Artificial Intelligence Backend Entwicklung Java Python TypeScript Top, * Design, develop, and operate core AI infrastructure components such as the AI Gateway, Model Router, Policy Layer, and MCP Server.

  • Define architecture patterns for secure, scalable, and governed AI integration across all product domains.
  • Build internal SDKs, libraries, and tools that enable engineering teams to integrate AI consistently.
  • Contribute to technical governance through standards, lifecycle rules, design reviews, and architectural guidance.
  • Partner with Enterprise Architecture and Security to ensure alignment and compliance with Riverty-wide guidelines.
  • Improve performance, reliability, and cost efficiency of central AI services.
  • Enable use case teams by providing frameworks, reusable components, and best practices for AI integration.
  • Maintain clear documentation and contribute to a shared architectural knowledge base.

Requirements

  • Strong background in backend or platform engineering (Java, Python, or TypeScript).
  • Experience building APIs, gateways, or distributed systems in cloud-native environments.
  • Solid understanding of AI integration patterns (e.g., model APIs, routing, agent protocols).
  • Ability to define and implement architectural standards and governance structures.
  • Strong software design skills at senior or architect level.
  • Focus on long-term maintainability, stability, and interoperability.
  • Collaborative working style and clear communication in cross-functional environments.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.

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