ML & Automation Lead

• Leading machine learning and process automation projects from the concept phase through to production deployment
• Collaborating with clients to identify areas with high potential for transformation using ML, AI, and automation
• Designing and implementing ML models using modern frameworks and analytical tools
• Delivering solutions in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, others) with a focus on scalability and reliability
• Applying MLOps practices (model monitoring, retraining, deployment, governance)
• Ensuring solutions comply with Responsible AI principles, data ethics, and privacy protection
• Clearly communicating analysis results and recommendations to business and technical stakeholders
• Managing, mentoring, and developing teams of ML engineers and automation specialists
• Ensuring high-quality project deliverables and timely completion of objectives
• Co-creating the ML & Automation competency development strategy within the Data & AI team
• Building and developing a repository of reusable assets, accelerators, and architectural patterns
• Providing technical input for proposals, offers, and presales, including defining architecture and estimates
• Monitoring market and technology trends (ML, GenAI, Agentic AI, automation)
• Knowledge sharing – internal and external thought leadership

Requirements:

• At least 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing solutions in the areas of machine learning, advanced analytics, and process automation
• Experience with ML/AI deployments in at least one public cloud
• Knowledge of modern ML frameworks and analytical tools
• Practical knowledge of MLOps and the ML model lifecycle
• Understanding of Responsible AI principles, data ethics, and governance
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience with project work in an agile environment and cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's degree (preferably in a technical field); postgraduate studies or AI/ML certifications are a plus
• Experience in designing AI architectures or Agentic AI – a major asset