AI Team Lead

About the Position

Are you ready to shape the future technological landscape in Europe?

We are dedicated to responsible digitalization, building innovative, inclusive solutions that drive meaningful impact. With over 8,900 professionals across Europe, we help EU institutions, public and private organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Are you ready to shape the future through technology? Your journey starts here. Take a look at some of our impactful projects here: Netcompany Cases

Responsibilities

As the AI Team Lead in Netcompany’s Enterprise Solutions, you will:

• Serve as the primary AI and ML advisor to key enterprise clients, understanding their business challenges and translating them into AI- and ML-powered solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Lead and grow a team of AI/ML Engineers, and collaborate with MLOps and DevOps specialists, to design, develop, and optimize ML and GenAI architectures tailored to client-specific use cases and business requirements.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across multiple concurrent projects, including steering committees, progress reporting, and escalation management.
• Architect and oversee end-to-end ML and GenAI pipelines, delivering AI applications for key client transformation projects across the region and internationally.
• Mentor and develop team members, identifying skill gaps, and creating individual development plans.
• Lead client workshops, discovery sessions, and technical presentations to shape AI strategy and drive adoption.
• Execute the GenAI, LLM and ML strategy including people, technology, methodologies, platforms, and processes, while fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in AI, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Engineering, Operational Research, or a related field. PhD in Operational Research preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with a proven track record of delivering AI projects in enterprise/consulting environments from conception to production, with at least 2 years in a people management or practice leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships, leading workshops, and presenting technical solutions to non-technical senior stakeholders (C-level, board members, steering committees).
• Experience leading and developing teams, including hiring, performance management, and career development.
• Strong expertise in Machine Learning and GenAI solutions including open-source frameworks, RAG architectures, prompt engineering, LLM models (e.g., Claude, GPT, Gemini), and production deployment patterns.
• Solid understanding of MLOps, AI model lifecycle management, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Hands-on experience with open-source ML/AI frameworks, agentic AI technologies, prompt engineering, and leading LLM models (e.g., Claude, GPT, Gemini, Nvidia AI stack).

Nice to Have

• Experience in consulting, systems integration, or professional services environments.
• Experience with AIOps practices, LLM monitoring frameworks, and AI governance.
• Strong knowledge of ML and GenAI frameworks (e.g., LlamaIndex, LangGraph) and AI evaluation tools.
• Pre-sales or business development experience in AI/data services.

We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a modern environment & in a hybrid working model.
• A seamless onboarding experience and a buddy to support you on your first steps.
• A competitive compensation & benefits package.
• Health and life insurance program.
• Meal and commuting allowance.
• Well-being activities (on premises).
• Continuous learning opportunities using the most modern methods (unlimited access to Udemy for Business, ad-hoc trainings).
• A personalized development plan for targeted career growth.

About the Company

By joining Netcompany in Athens, you will be part of a vibrant team of 2,300+ tech professionals. When at the office, you'll have the flexibility to work from our three modern, sustainable, and state-of-the-art offices!

Please upload your CV in English via the Apply button. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

We ensure equal opportunities, treatment, and consideration to all candidates. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of the Netcompany culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience.

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Workplace: Athens, Greece

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