Offer Description
Mulini SRL is looking for a talented and motivated Research Engineer to join our European team and contribute to REAL-PETS , a newly funded Horizon Europe project scheduled to begin shortly. Working alongside leading institutions across Europe, you will help develop practical privacy-enhancing and security technologies for real-world web, mobile, and IoT ecosystems. In this role, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world systems, working at the intersection of systems…
engineering, cybersecurity, and applied AI for networked environments. You will design, build, and evaluate robust systems that push the boundaries of what is possible while maintaining a strong security posture.
Duration: 36 months, with possibility of extension.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable, reliable systems that incorporate AI models into production environments
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies in systems pipelines, related AI models, and infrastructure
- Collaborate cross-functionally with research scientists, software engineers, and product teams
- Publish findings, write technical reports, and present work to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- EU Citizenship/EU Permanent Residency
- MSc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Solid understanding of networks principles
- Proficiency in Python and at least one systems-level language (C, C++, Rust, or Go)
- Fluency in English
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with applied ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX)
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work at a high-impact, cutting-edge startup
- Collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment
- Competitive salary (€45k+ depending on experience), and benefits
- Flexible work arrangements (Remote work possible)
- Generous travel/conference attendance and publication support
Additional Information
Benefits
- A competitive gross annual salary starting from €45,000, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
- An initial 36-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
- Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of remote work.
- Support for conference attendance, professional travel, and research publications.
- The opportunity to contribute to a Horizon Europe project in collaboration with leading European institutions.
- A collaborative and intellectually stimulating international working environment.
- The opportunity to work on cutting-edge research with real-world applications in systems engineering, cybersecurity, networking, and applied AI.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants are eligible to apply if they:
- Are EU citizens or hold permanent residency in the European Union.
- Hold an MSc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Submit a complete application through the application form available on the MULINI website by the specified deadline.
MULINI is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Selection process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Candidates submit their application through the application form available on the MULINI website.
- Applications are reviewed against the eligibility criteria, and shortlisted candidates are contacted by email.
- An introductory interview is conducted to assess the candidate’s motivation, English-language proficiency, and availability.
- Selected candidates are invited to an interview with MULINI’s CTO and CFO to evaluate their technical expertise, professional experience, and overall suitability for the position.
- References provided by the preferred candidate are contacted and verified with the candidate’s prior consent.
- Following a successful reference check, the selected candidate receives a formal employment offer.
Only candidates selected for the next stage of the process will be contacted.