Senior Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer

About the Position

Ciklum is looking for a Senior Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer to join our team full-time in Spain.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts, and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end Business Analysis lifecycle - requirements definition, AS-IS/TO-BE process modelling, gap analysis, and documentation for automation solutions
• Own the full project management lifecycle for a portfolio of transformation initiatives: project charters, scope, schedule, budget, risks, and cross-functional teams
• Design and facilitate executive-level workshops to align on project scope and strategic objectives
• Lead stakeholder communication across all project phases, manage expectations, and secure organizational buy-in
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, build business cases, define success metrics, and lead programme governance to deliver the expected ROI
• Work closely with automation developers and business SMEs, leading QA planning and traceability from business requirement to deployed solution
• Mentor and coach junior consultants on requirements gathering, process modelling, and delivery methodologies
• Contribute to the growth of the Ciklum IA practice - internal initiatives, departmental assets, business development, and pre-sales

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent experience
• Strong expertise in structured Business Analysis - complex requirements gathering, process mapping (e.g., BPMN), and functional/technical specifications for IA or AI solutions
• Expert knowledge of agile and waterfall methodologies, with proven experience in delivery management and project governance
• Strong skills in managing risks, issues, dependencies, and stakeholders
• Commercial understanding of Intelligent Automation and the business application of AI, including Generative AI
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders
• Understanding of the non-technical and regulatory side of AI - bias, risk mitigation, and ethical use
• Willingness to travel to client sites when required
• Fluent English, written and verbal

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with automation platforms such as UiPath, Power Automate, or Blue Prism
• Consulting background with enterprise clients
• Pre-sales or business development experience
• Certifications in Business Analysis or Project Management (e.g., CBAP, PMP, PRINCE2)

We Offer

• Care: your mental and physical health is our priority. We ensure comprehensive company-paid medical insurance and 4 additional undocumented sick leave days
• Tailored education path: boost your skills and knowledge with our regular internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy license, language courses, and company-paid certifications
• Growth environment: share your experience and level up your expertise with a community of skilled professionals, locally and globally
• Flexibility: Own your schedule – you are the one to decide when to start your working day. Just don’t miss your regular team stand-up. We are there to support your work-life balance and provide 23 vacation days & short Fridays
• Opportunities: we value our specialists and always find the best options for them. Our Internal Mobility Program helps change a project if needed to help you grow, excel professionally, and fulfill your potential
• Global impact: work on large-scale projects that redefine industries with international and fast-growing clients
• Welcoming environment: feel empowered with a friendly team, open-door policy, informal atmosphere within the company, and regular team-building events

About the Company

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

Based in Málaga, our team thrives in one of Andalusia’s leading tech hubs. Enjoy a hybrid work setup, the sunny Mediterranean vibe, and endless opportunities to grow your skills on global-scale projects.

Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum!

Interested already? We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. We can’t wait to see you at Ciklum.