AI Solution Architect (m/w/d)

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About the Position

We are looking for an AI Solution Architect (m/w/d) to join virtual7 GmbH. As an AI Solution Architect, you will design and implement scalable and secure AI/ML solutions in enterprise environments using Microsoft Azure.

Your Mission

As an AI Solution Architect (m/w/d), you will shape the AI/ML architecture for complex enterprise environments in the cloud with a focus on Microsoft Azure. You will combine your expertise in ML Engineering, RAG Architectures, and MLOps to implement production-ready, scalable, and secure AI solutions. You will work closely with technical experts, departments, and decision-makers, and significantly contribute to the successful establishment of innovative AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and further development of the AI/ML architecture as an enterprise AI platform with a focus on Microsoft Azure
• Technical leadership of ML pipeline projects, particularly in the areas of training, deployment, monitoring, and drift detection
• Design and optimization of RAG architectures, for example, in terms of chunking, retrieval, guardrails, and context orchestration
• Definition and further development of MLOps strategies including CI/CD for models, experiment tracking, and model registry
• Technical leadership and coordination of interdisciplinary teams of ML/AI Engineers, LLM Engineers, and MLOps Engineers
• Advising internal and external stakeholders on AI architectures and presenting technical concepts to IT management and departments

Requirements

• Proven experience with cloud-based AI/ML solutions, ideally on Microsoft Azure, particularly Azure Machine Learning and Azure OpenAI Service. Knowledge of other cloud and AI services is advantageous.
• Practical experience with MLOps concepts and corresponding tools such as MLflow, Kubeflow, or Azure ML Pipelines.
• Experience in building RAG architectures, prompt engineering, and working with vector databases.
• Knowledge in the integration and orchestration of language models, ideally with frameworks such as LangChain or LlamaIndex.
• Experience with CI/CD for ML applications and very good Python skills.
• Practical experience with at least two common machine learning frameworks, such as scikit-learn, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
• Experience in building enterprise architectures in cloud environments.
• Knowledge in related areas such as data platforms, containerization, container orchestration, infrastructure as code, and observability is advantageous, for example, with Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Prometheus, Grafana, or Application Insights.
• Basic understanding of AI governance, responsible AI, and security and data protection requirements in the enterprise environment.
• Several years of experience with ML/AI architectures or comparable technical tasks in enterprise environments.
• Experience in a technical leadership or architecture role is desirable.
• Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud certifications are a plus.
• Ideally, experience in the energy sector or utility industry and with data-driven use cases.
• Very good German skills (C2 level) and good English skills.

What We Offer

• Clearly defined roles, genuine collaboration, and a common goal. We call this Responsiveness – transparent, respectful, and goal-oriented.
• Here, you are directly involved in the change if you wish. Participate in projects that further develop us as a company.
• Flexible working hours and remote work are a matter of course.
• Individual hardware budget? Set up your workplace as you feel most comfortable.
• Mental health? Your mental well-being is important to us. With OpenUp, we support you and offer you free access to professional psychological support at all times.
• Individual further training budget? Whether the next certification or a long-awaited language course – you decide what and when you want to further your education.
• Employee PC program? Lease your next device for purely private use easily via virtual7.
• JobRad or company car? We help you to be as mobile as you need.

Look Forward To

Further Training Budget

Use your annual further training budget to drive your personal and professional development. Our mentors and coaches support you in integrating our company values and culture.

Success Participation

With us, you benefit from a success participation that can lead to bonus payments of up to 200%. In addition, you can convert your bonus payments and overtime into benefits such as vouchers, leisure events, or fuel cards.

Family First

With flexible working hours and the possibility of working remotely, you can optimally combine work and family. Receive a kindergarten subsidy for non-school-age children. Partners and children are also invited to our celebrations.

Workation

Depending on your length of service and project situation, you can work flexibly from a vacation spot in Germany, the EU, UK, or Switzerland for up to two months a year.

Hardware Budget

Choose the devices and tools that optimally support your workflow and ensure your personal satisfaction. In addition, we provide you with a mobile phone that you can also use privately.

Sports

Participate in joint activities such as B2Run, biking, or squash with colleagues. Sports offers also accompany the framework program of our internal events.

How to Apply

You have the option to click on "Apply Now" directly in the job posting and will then be redirected to our applicant management system "onlyfy".

Or you can simply send us an email to [email protected]. Please include your complete application documents!

FAQs

How does the application process look like?

You can find the entire process with an indication of the average duration between the process steps here.

Which documents should my application contain?

For the processing of your application, we require your complete contact details and your complete CV. Optionally, we are happy to receive your meaningful cover letter, certificates, and proof of employment. This allows us to get to know you a little better in advance.

How do I apply?

You can apply directly in the job posting by clicking on "Apply Now" and will then be redirected to our applicant management system "onlyfy".

Or you can simply send us an email to [email protected]. Please include your complete application documents!

What do I have to prepare for the interview? Is there a test?

We attach great importance to ensuring that our conversations are on an equal footing and reflect our corporate culture. Therefore, you will not find an "interview" with us, but a relaxed conversation about your wishes and our possibilities. We are still happy if you bring along questions that are important to you.

For some positions, there may be a task that you should prepare. However, we will inform you in advance.

How does the video interview work?

With the invitation, you will receive detailed information and instructions for the video interview. As a rule, the conversations take place via Microsoft Teams. You will find a corresponding participation link in your invitation letter.

Here are a few tips in advance:

• You can test access to the appointment at any time without any concerns using your participation link.
• Participation is generally possible with a smartphone, tablet, or laptop/PC with a camera.
• Access to Microsoft Teams is either via the browser (recommendation: Chrome) or the Teams app. The app must be downloaded beforehand via the App Store or Google Play (no registration is necessary for both variants). For participation on the smartphone, the app must be downloaded.

Can I withdraw my application?

Of course, you can withdraw your application and have your data deleted at any time. You will find this option in your applicant profile. Deleting your profile will also withdraw your application at the same time.

Since it is important for us as a company to learn and improve, please let us know your reasons for withdrawing.

Contact

Do you have any questions about the job? Contact me.

Laura Korth

Senior Recruiting Specialist

t. +49 170 360 0221

[email protected]

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