Lead AI Engineer

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!

We are now looking for a Lead AI Engineer in UPM Sourcing to learn and grow with us. This is a permanent position, located in Helsinki / Tampere, Finland or in Wrocław, Poland.

Greetings from your future manager

We warmly welcome you to our team of Sourcing & Procurement AI, analytics and data management professionals. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive view of our businesses, sourcing & procurement, market dynamics and AI and analytics development across the organization. You’ll be able to showcase your knowledge in AI engineering, while also expanding your skill set and working with the latest tools and technologies. We encourage innovation and look forward to seeing the original perspectives and insights you'll bring. This is a collaborative environment where not only will you learn from the experts around you, but we are also  keen to learn from you.– Petri Pänkäläinen, Senior Manager, Sourcing & Procurement AI and Data Strategy

What you will do

• Lead AI development initiatives: Take ownership of technical AI development within your area of responsibility, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business priorities

• Design, deliver and operate AI solutions: Architect, develop, and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performance AI and analytics solutions that address prioritized business objectives

• Manage the full lifecycle of AI implementation: identify use cases, experiment, support in feasibility analyses and deploy models in collaboration with internal teams and third-party providers

• Optimize Data Integration Pipelines: Develop, maintain, and optimize data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure seamless and efficient integration of data from diverse sources

• Stay Ahead in AI Innovations: Continuously monitor advancements in AI technologies, integrating cutting-edge tools, methodologies, and best practices into ongoing and future initiatives

Who you are

• Proactive and Accountable: You are self-directed, responsible and action-oriented, with a strong customer service mindset and a focus on delivering substantial results

• You are fluent in English and comfortable working in a global, multicultural environment; proficiency in additional languages is beneficial

• Educational Background: You hold a Master’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Management Science, or Mathematics, providing a solid foundation for technical AI development

• Relevant Experience: You possess 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within a global organization

• AI and Data Expertise: You have strong experience in designing and implementing AI use cases, machine learning, generative AI frameworks, Large Language Models (LLMs), and architectures, building data pipelines, and performing related data engineering activities; proficiency in programming languages like SQL and Python is essential

• Cloud Proficiency: You bring deep knowledge of cloud platforms, tools, and architecture, including Snowflake, SQL Server, Microsoft Azure AI and Data services

• API and Data Integration Skills: You are skilled in working with APIs and integrating data sources into advanced analytics solutions

• Domain Knowledge: You are familiar with SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or the Ariba data model within the Source-to-Pay process area

This is what we offer to you  

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils'. Our work is impactful and transformative. 

• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. 

• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. 

• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. 

Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working 

Additional information

The position is located at UPM Biofore House in Helsinki (Finland), UPM Business HUB in Tampere (Finland) or UPM Business HUB in Wrocław (Poland).

Please apply and attach your CV and cover letter in English latest by 16.02.2025. Please note that we will go through the applications already during the application period and may invite candidates for interviews already before the end of the application period.

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600.

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