About this job

Shape the data-driven future with us.

AI with Real Business Impact:

Data & AI are not just a hype topic for us, but a central component of modern business management. We support our clients in creating real business value from data – strategically, technologically, and organizationally.

To enable our AI Practice to continue growing, we are looking for you as Head of AI (all genders). You will further develop our AI portfolio, lead a growing team, and work with clients to create future-proof AI solutions – from strategy to productive implementation. The role is intentionally hands-on: We are not looking for a purely management role, but rather a leader with close operational ties to projects, clients, and the team.

Your perspectives. Our benefits. New work culture.

Because work can be more: 9 reasons for Blueforte.

• #IMPACT - Actively shape the development.
• You will further develop our AI Practice with plenty of freedom and direct influence on topics, team and offerings.
• #INNOVATIVE - Diversity instead of routine.
• Exciting projects, modern technologies and clients from different industries.
• #MINDFLEX - Entrepreneurial thinking is expressly encouraged.
• You actively shape new AI topics, offers and perspectives – pragmatically, collaboratively and with genuine creative freedom.
• #WORKLIFEFLOW - Flexible, as it suits you.
• Remote within Germany or in our coworking spaces – tailored to your project and your life.
• #CAREERBOOST - Development doesn't end with leadership.
• Training, certifications, individual coaching, and our Leadership Development Program support you in your individual development.
• #CULTURECONNECT - Team spirit counts here.
• Flat hierarchies, strong colleagues and collaboration on equal terms.
• #POWERBREAK - Relaxation that suits you.
• 30 vacation days, 3 me-time days, workation in other EU countries and sabbatical options.
• #FITHEALTHY - Because your health matters.
• Urban Sports Club or EGYM Wellpass, bike leasing, supplemental health insurance and corporate health management.
• #FAMILYTIME & #RESPONSIBLE
• 10 days of paid leave for sick child, childcare allowance and sustainable mobility offers such as 1st class train journeys and public transport allowance.

What you will do with us.

• You advise clients on AI and data strategies, AI use cases, and AI architectures.
• You will be responsible for demanding AI projects from conception to productive implementation.
• You will further develop our AI portfolio and create new consulting services with measurable business value.
• You will provide support with offers, tenders and presales activities.
• You establish standards, methods and best practices for successful AI delivery.
• You will lead and develop our growing AI team in terms of expertise, organization, and discipline.
• You ensure that AI solutions are implemented in an economically viable, scalable, and responsible manner.
• You represent Blueforte as an AI expert to customers and in the market.

We're looking for you.

• You have several years of experience in consulting in the areas of data, analytics, AI or GenAI.
• You have already taken on initial leadership responsibilities – e.g., in terms of expertise, projects, or discipline.
• You move confidently between strategic issues and technological implementation.
• You understand how AI ideas can be transformed into productive solutions with real added value.
• Ideally, you have experience in presales or business development.
• You are familiar with relevant topics surrounding AI Governance, Responsible AI, AI Security and AI Compliance.
• You have a good understanding of modern data and AI technologies – ideally in the environment of Microsoft Azure, AWS or Databricks.
• You are proficient in working with Python, SQL and common data/AI frameworks.
• You communicate confidently with C-level executives, specialist departments, and technical stakeholders.
• You think entrepreneurially and are keen to actively help build things.
• You speak fluent German (at least C1 level) and have very good English skills.
• You are willing to travel for customer appointments within Germany (at least 40%).
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