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We are seeking an Agentic AI Engineer to design and scale autonomous AI solutions within our Sea Logistics business. In this role, you will build intelligent agents capable of reasoning, planning, and executing tasks while integrating with enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, and logistics platforms.
You will ensure these systems operate safely and reliably through strong guardrails, monitoring, and human-in-the-loop controls while continuously optimizing performance and exploring new use cases.
How you create impact
Architect and build AI agents capable of multi-step reasoning, decision-making, and autonomous task execution
Develop agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, AutoGPT, CrewAI, ReAct) or custom solutions
Integrate AI agents with enterprise systems (TMS, ERP, CRM, WMS) and external APIs
Design scalable, modular components reusable across logistics workflows
Implement guardrails, validation layers, and human-in-the-loop review processes
Build monitoring, logging, and explainability capabilities for transparency and auditability
Optimize agent performance (accuracy, latency, cost efficiency, token usage)
Conduct benchmarking and real-world scenario testing
Prototype and deploy high-impact use cases, such as:
Autonomous customer support agents
AI-powered operations assistants
Logistics planning and automation agents
Data analysis and reporting tools
Collaborate with product, engineering, data, and business teams to translate requirements into scalable AI solutions
What we would like you to bring
Proven experience building AI/ML or agent-based systems, ideally using frameworks such as LangChain, AutoGPT, CrewAI, or similar
Strong Python skills and experience integrating with APIs (REST, GraphQL, SOAP) and enterprise systems
Solid understanding of LLMs, including prompt engineering, RAG, model evaluation, and optimization for performance and reliability
Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to design scalable architectures, including data pipelines, event-driven systems, and workflow automation
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex business or operational processes into technical solutions
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a proactive mindset and the ability to work across cross-functional teams; logistics or freight forwarding experience is a plus
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
What's in it for you
Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-KE1
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: [email protected] with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.
