AI & Cloud Application Architect

more-jobs; Haag; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group is seeking an AI & Cloud Application Architect in Haag/ St. Gallen, CH. You will shape cloud-based SCM applications, drive AI initiatives, and establish a center of excellence, mentoring teams across the organization.

You will lead architectural standards, evaluate new AI/cloud tech, and ensure alignment with the digital roadmap, while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelors or Master's degree in CS/DS/engineering/physics.
• Extensive hands-on Azure cloud development experience.
• Strong AI/ML pipeline experience, preferably in SCM.

Aufgaben

• Define and design scalable cloud architectural standards.
• Oversee SCM AI models and cloud applications performance.
• Translate business needs into technical blueprints for cloud solutions.
• Lead evaluation of emerging AI/cloud technologies and vendors.
• Advise on build vs. buy decisions and architectural best practices.
• Contribute to the SCM digital roadmap and project governance.
• Mentor technical specialists and uphold best-in-class standards.

Kenntnisse

Azure cloud development

Python

SQL

Data engineering

AI/ML pipelines

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder management

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / Engineering / Physics

Tools

Databricks

AWS

GCP

Jobbeschreibung

AI & Cloud Application Architect #

Location:

Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type: Permanent

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world-s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

AI & Cloud Application Architect

Purpose of the role

Join us as a AI & Cloud Application Architect to shape the future of cloud-based business applications in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) department. You'll drive innovation, help to establish a competence center, and train the organization on advanced cloud and AI solutions. If you're passionate about technology and its business impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Define and design the architectural standards for scalable cloud solutions, including data pipelines, APIs, and analytical tools.
• Oversee the integrity and performance of all SCM AI models and cloud applications, steering continuous enhancements and optimization.
• Steer cross-functional workshops to translate complex business needs into technical blueprints that align with our digital capabilities.
• Lead the scouting of emerging AI/cloud technologies and trends to define the long-term technology stack and vendor strategy.
• Serve as a technical authority on architectural best practices and strategic "build vs. buy" decisions.
• Contribute to driving the implementation of the SCM digital roadmap, ensuring all technical projects follow established architectural standards.
• Lead technical activities in the SCM digital and AI hub, mentoring technical specialists and setting the "best-in-class" standards for the entire organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science, data science, math, engineering, or physics.
• Extensive hands-on cloud development experience in Azure; knowledge of AWS, GCP and Databricks is a plus.
• Advanced coding skills (Python, SQL) and experience architecting complex solutions and software on the cloud.
• Expert knowledge in data engineering, data pipelines, and ETL processes.
• Proven track record in AI/ML pipelines, preferably in forecasting or other supply chain applications.
• Mastery of the full software development lifecycle (CI/CD, design, prototyping, deployment, maintenance, etc.).
• Senior-level experience in cross-functional teamwork, stakeholder management, communication, and presentation..

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.