Land AI Jobs in Amsterdam
With the World-Class AI Engineer Cohort
Amsterdam is Europe's fastest-growing AI hub with Booking, Adyen, and 500+ tech startups.
Position yourself for €60K-€120K+ roles in 8 weeks.
Amsterdam Has the Jobs.
But Getting Noticed Is the Hard Part.
You see AI roles at Booking, Adyen, and ING but your applications disappear into the void.
International competition is fierce. Developers from across Europe apply to the same positions.
Dutch companies want practical AI experience, not just course certificates.
Your Amsterdam AI Job Strategy.
The World-Class AI Engineer Cohort
Get insider knowledge on what Amsterdam tech companies actually look for. Build the portfolio that gets callbacks from Dutch employers and learn how to stand out in the competitive Amsterdam market.
Map the Market
Identify which Amsterdam companies match your skills
Build Dutch-Ready Portfolio
Projects that resonate with NL employers
Land Interviews
Position yourself for Amsterdam AI roles
Meet Your Mentor
My aim has been the same for years: become a world-class AI engineer. Every career move I've made has been measured against that.
I started as a software tester on a $500/month internship in the Netherlands. Taught myself to code, learned to ship real systems, and worked my way to Senior Engineer at GitHub.
Then I left GitHub. I joined an AI research lab as Member of Technical Staff, where I currently build products for secure AI monitoring.
The cohort draws directly from my real experience so you can make progress fast.
I run this special cohort with only a few people because hands-on work with me is what it takes to bring you to become a world-class AI engineer.
Real Results
Vittor
AI Engineer
Built and deployed his portfolio piece, then landed the AI role
"The coaching played a huge part in my success. I focused on AI fundamentals, the certification path, and soft skills like professional writing. Having access to expert guidance gave me confidence during interviews and helped me feel I was on the right path.
I built my own platform (simple but functional) and deployed it on AWS. I used it in my portfolio and showcased it during interviews. The way complex topics were explained, especially the restaurant analogy for AI systems, really stuck with me. Focusing on doing the basics well was absolutely essential."
What You Will Get
8 Weekly Tuesday Sessions
3 hours each for 24 live hours total.
Project Scoping at Kickoff
We set the scope of what you'll ship and the milestones to get there before the live sessions start.
Code Reviews
Reviews of your code from Zen during the cohort.
Lifetime Demo Access
Every architecture demo is recorded and yours to keep.
Demo Day
You present what you built and get feedback from Zen, with a recording you can use in your portfolio.
12 Months Community Access
Included with the cohort.
Amsterdam AI Hiring Is Accelerating
Frequently Asked Questions
What do AI engineers earn in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam AI engineer salaries range from €60K-€80K for entry-level positions to €90K-€120K+ for senior roles. Top companies like Booking.com and Adyen often exceed these ranges, especially when including equity and bonuses. The Netherlands also has favorable tax arrangements for skilled migrants (30% ruling) which can significantly increase your take-home pay.
Do I need to speak Dutch for AI jobs in Amsterdam?
Most Amsterdam tech companies operate in English, especially in AI roles. Companies like Booking.com, Adyen, and international startups have English as their working language. While speaking Dutch can help with networking and daily life, it's rarely a job requirement for technical AI positions.
How much time will this take?
You'll spend 3 hours every Tuesday in the live session and roughly 3 hours of async work in between, for 8 weeks. The Tuesday session time is fixed.
I've signed up for cohorts before and dropped out. How is this different?
It probably isn't, and you should hold the money. Most cohort dropouts are people who couldn't articulate what they were shipping when they signed up. That's why the consult exists, and why I turn down most applications. If we get on the call and you can't tell me what you'll have shipped at the end of week 8, I'll point you to the AI Native Engineer community until you can.
I'm not pivoting careers. I want to build a product. Does this still work?
Yes, the cohort works for people shipping their first serious AI system whether the goal is to land a senior role or to launch a product. The shipped system serves both equally well.
Do I need prior AI experience?
You need to be able to code in Python or TypeScript. Complete beginners can follow the classroom they get access to before the cohort sessions to come in well-prepared.
What does it cost?
It's a four-figure investment that we discuss during the 30-minute consult, alongside whether the cohort is the right fit for your project.
Can I do this while working full-time?
Yes, most attendees do. The live session is one Tuesday a week and the async work fits around your existing schedule, as long as you can carve out roughly 6 hours a week.
I accept those who have the highest chance of success.
In the 30-minute call we discuss your goals and whether you are ready for the program.