AI & Cloud Application Architect

VAT GROUP; Sennwald; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group is seeking an AI & Cloud Application Architect to shape cloud-based SCM applications. You will define scalable data pipelines, APIs, and analytics, while guiding AI model integrity and cloud performance.

You will lead cross-functional workshops, mentor specialists, and set best-in-class architectural standards across the organization. The role emphasizes building a long-term technology stack, vendor strategy, and active contribution to the SCM digital roadmap while collaborating with

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Azure cloud development

Python

SQL

Data engineering

ETL pipelines

AI/ML pipelines

CI/CD

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder management

Communication & presentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, data science, math, engineering, or physics

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Databricks

Jobbeschreibung

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 guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

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 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.