Lead AI/ML Engineer (Tech Hub / Athens)

Are you an experienced AI/ML Engineer?

Do you enjoy understanding business needs, designing, and implementing AI/ML Solutions?

Are you interested in working at a Tech Hub for a global leader, offering solutions in the manufacturing industry?

ManpowerGroup Greece, on behalf of its client, a Fortune 500 firm, leader at its domain, is looking for a Lead AI/ML Engineer to join their Athens' Tech Hub.

Our client has a Tech Hub in Athens with more than 60 employees and the Hub provides IT Services across all corporate functions of the organization in Europe & the USA.

📌 Location: Athens, North sector (walking distance to metro station). You need to be based in Greece and be a holder of EU Permit.

📍 Working Model: Hybrid (3 days on-site per week) 🏠🌐

🖋️ You will be reporting to the Data Analytics & AI Manager

You will facilitate  and execute the AI and Machine Learning strategy across the enterprise. You will be part of the Data Analytics & AI team, being responsible for leading the AI and ML efforts from initial idea / opportunity evaluation, solution design, minimum viable product generation, product creation, production rollout and operational support. As an inaugural member of the AI team,  you will be expected to interact with the business, understand their needs and priorities, propose options, and lead the design & execution of AI/ML solutions, in a hands-on manner.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and facilitate the process understand, assess and map needs and requests related to AI/ML/DS solutions
• Operate as a trusted advisor for the business, work to define the business intent and non-functional requirements, understand whether the solution is suitable for usage in a commercial setting and provide a comprehensive architecture that will meet business needs
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI/ML architecture, best practices, and implementation strategies
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and requirements for AI initiatives
• Lead the design and development of MVPs, PoCs and scalable solutions using machine-learning models to address complex business challenges
• Evaluate and work hand-in-hand with third party AI providers as an extension of the team, for the acceleration of AI/ML solution delivery
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Data Science, AI, and Machine Learning
• Collaborate with the Data Analytics team and the IT staff within the company’s business units to design and develop AI/ML solutions aligned with the company’s overall data strategy

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or STEM (Master’s Degree in Data Science, Machine Learning is considered a strong plus)
• At least 6 years of Data Science/Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning experience with high business exposure and interaction
• Experience in collaborating both with business teams and technical teams to provide pertinent AI solutions
• Ability to understand both the qualitative and quantitative benefits of a solution, as well as how it interacts with business processes and whether it is appropriate for use in business
• A track record of leading workshops and discovery sessions to examine business teams' present priorities, difficulties, and emphasis areas
• Ability to assess and decide between in-house development vs third party solution utilization
• Experience in designing ML solutions from conception, to PoC and execution
• Experience in machine learning deployment and promotion to production, including model deployment frameworks and containerization technologies
• Applied experience in working with Cloud platforms and technologies
• Excellent knowledge of Python, DS/AI/ML libraries, including supervised learning, unsupervised learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning
• Effective Business Problem Definition / Structuring skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, in English, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Team player mentality and passion for data and innovation

Any of the following will be considered a strong asset:

• Experience with Azure AI/ML tools and services
• Experience with LLMs, RAG architectures and OpenAI
• Familiarity with at least one of the following Data technologies: Synapse, Spark, Databricks or similar

Benefits

• 💸Up to 55k gross annually, depending on skillset and experience
• 🍴 Standard monthly allowance in meal vouchers
• 👩‍⚕️ Private medical insurance
• 💰 Pension plan and annual bonus

👥 Recruitment Process:

• If you’re interested in this role, feel free to apply directly. Our consultants will contact the candidates who meet the profile’s requirements to arrange an interview.
• As for the next step, there will be 3 more interview rounds that include an interview round with the Hiring Manager & HR, an interview with the Executive Director and at the final stage an interview with the CIOs of the company.

For any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact directly (Vicky Petropoulou) to the following email: vpetropoulou@manpowergroup.gr

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