AI Architect

What we achieve togetherIn this role you will guide the technical foundation to achieve Vaillant Group’s AI strategy and targets, fostering an inclusive and innovative environment.You will collaborate with the AI Office / AI Compliance Board, IT Security, and platform teams to align responsible AI, security, and privacy standards while nurturing trust.You will monitor technology advancements in AI, including generative AI and AI agents, and assess cloud platforms such as MS Azure, M365, Salesforce, and SAP to inform strategy.In addition, you will design and maintain robust AI infrastructure, align architecture decisions with the Enterprise Architecture, and oversee AI/ML platform capabilities within the Digital Intelligence Platform.You will evaluate AI use cases, provide consultancy to solution owners, data scientists, and data engineers, and support prioritization and change management.Finally, you will translate complex AI concepts into management-level insights and facilitate alignment across stakeholders, enabling informed decisions and inclusive execution. What makes us successful togetherQualification: You have a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field with a strong AI background.Experience: You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in data analytics, particularly in an Advanced Analytics / AI context.Know-how and skills: You have proven experience with generative AI, AI agents, and cloud platforms such as MS Azure, M365, Salesforce, and SAP, and demonstrated expertise in AI infrastructure design, architecture, and standards enforcement.Nice to have: You have knowledge of AI ethics, security, and privacy standards; experience with AI governance frameworks and change management would be a plus.Personality: You are a collaborative, empathetic, and proactive, with a passion for translating technical topics to management and enabling cross-functional collaboration.Language skills: You are fluent in English; German language skills would be a plus.What you can count onFlexible work model: adjustable starting times (7:30 – 9:00AM), hybrid work 70/30, and up to 30 days of remote work from abroad from selected countries.Health & Wellness support: private medical care (Medicover), sports card subsidy (Multisport), group insurance (Warta), and ergonomic office spaces. Time off & balance: additional paid 2 days off and subsidies for recreation.Financial perks: up to 30% discount on company products, support for commuting and eyewear.Growth & Development: access to internal training, mentoring programs, self-learning platform for languages (eTutor) and international projects.Culture & Community: company events, family friendly activities, and open opportunities within Vaillant Group. What makes us specialWe take care of a better climate. In every home and our environment. As a successful family business, we have been living up to this claim for over 150 years. We are one of the world's leading providers of heat pumps, digital services and efficient gas heating appliances and offer energy-saving solutions.You will find sustainability everywhere at the Vaillant Group. In the office, at the production sites and on the road. Around 16,000 employees from over 70 countries are committed to this every day. As an international team, we take responsibility - for our future and that of our planet. We promote your personal development so that you can act with passion and together we can ensure a better climate.Become part of the Vaillant Group and help us shape the future of heating We promote equity and do not tolerate any form of discrimination. We value the uniqueness of each individual and encourage all people to apply.