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AI Engineering & Platform Lead

On-site in Barcelona·Added 6 months ago

This job was published 6 months ago

Visium

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Visium doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
French
The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.
Work on-site in Barcelona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 6+ years of experience
Mid-level role.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Significant experience in managing AI platforms on Azure (Azure ML, Databricks)
Strong background in IT infrastructure and cloud automation
Demonstrated ability to create reference architectures for diverse AI workloads (LLMs, RAG, Predictive Analytics).
Experience serving as a technical gatekeeper
Experience in enterprise SDLC for AI
Experience defining and enforcing enterprise-grade operational standards for model deployment, validation, and performance tracking

Foundations

Experience: 6+ years in IT or Engineering; 5+ years in a leadership role focused on AI platform.

Languages

Languages: Professional fluency in English; proficiency in French is strongly preferred.
Organizational Awareness: Clear understanding of the distinction between AI Platform management, Data Platform management, and Data Engineering/BI functions.

The role

Title: AI Engineering & Platform Lead

What you'll do

As the AI Engineering & Platform Lead, you serve as the central technical authority for the enterprise AI capability. Your objective is to establish the infrastructure, governance, and technical talent required to scale AI initiatives. You own the technical execution-ensuring every solution is built on a robust enterprise platform, adheres to established engineering standards, and is managed with operational efficiency.

You ensure the AI ecosystem is a core component of the IT landscape, integrated with enterprise network, security, and data platform architectures.
You provide Line Management for the Data Scientists and AI/ML Engineers
You maintain authority over the technical frameworks and standards they utilize.
Platform Strategy: Own the strategic roadmap and oversee the technical health of the enterprise AI platform with a full focus on Azure
Architectural Design: Develop reference architectures and infrastructure patterns for AI teams
Establish and enforce company-wide technical standards across the AI lifecycle
Integrate data privacy, ethical AI guardrails, and model auditing into the automated development pipelines in alignment with the security team.
Act as the final authority on AI deployment patterns
Act as the dedicated line manager for the community of Data Scientists, and AI/ML Engineers and focus on their career development and resource management.
Manage post-production support and maintenance of deployed AI products, ensuring high availability and performance against enterprise SLAs and take of FinOps for the platform.
Stay up-to-date in the field of AI to guide the teams

How you'll work

Location: Barcelona

About Visium

Visium is a Swiss-based consultancy specializing in data, AI, and engineering, helping organizations design and implement data-driven strategies and AI solutions. The company operates across multiple industries, including life sciences, finance, and industrial sectors, with a strong focus on delivering end-to-end AI and data projects. Visium has a global presence with offices in Switzerland, Portugal, and Spain, and employs a team of experts in AI engineering, data science, and platform engineering.

In Spain, Visium has a significant presence, particularly in Barcelona, where it runs a major AI and data engineering hub. The company is known for its collaborative and innovative work culture, offering opportunities for international professionals to work on cutting-edge AI projects. With roles spanning AI engineering, data strategy, and platform engineering, Visium is an attractive employer for those looking to advance their careers in AI and data within a dynamic European environment.

Founded: 2017
Employees: 250–500
Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland
In Spain: Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Visium has a strong presence in Barcelona, which is a major hub for AI and data engineering talent in Europe.
The company offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI projects across industries like life sciences, finance, and industrial sectors.
Visium's work culture emphasizes agility and innovation, making it a great fit for professionals looking to make an impact in AI.
International hires can benefit from Visium's global footprint, with offices in Switzerland, Spain, and the US, offering potential for cross-border collaboration.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Visium, we partner with leading enterprises to define their AI & Data strategy, execute large- scale transformations, and integrate AI across operations, securing their organization's future. Leveraging our expertise in strategy, cloud platform engineering, and artificial intelligence, we empower our clients to unlock and scale the power of their data. We are currently spearheading a major transformation for a client in the Flavor and Fragrance sector and are seeking exceptional talent to contribute to this impactful work.

This is a unique opportunity to join our client's team (as a direct employee of the client). You will shape the future of the organization, collaborating with senior leaders and cutting-edge technologies to deliver AI-driven innovation and tangible business impact.

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