AI Architect (d/f/m)

4flow; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Attractive bonus system

Flexible remote work

Employee Assistance Program

Free organic fruits and snacks

Job summary

4flow in Düsseldorf seeks an experienced AI Architecture Lead to guide the architectural vision for AI systems across international teams. You'll influence product direction, evaluate tools, and mentor cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment focused on logistics and compliance.

The ideal candidate has around 8 years of system design experience with deep expertise in AI/ML, cloud platforms, and programming. The position offers job security, competitive salary, remote work flexibility, and exciting international opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Around 8 years of experience in system design and architecture, with at least 4 years in AI/ML.
• Proven expertise in building and scaling agentic AI frameworks.
• Deep understanding of machine learning and deep learning practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural vision for AI and machine learning systems.
• Architect scalable AI systems respecting data sovereignty.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to AI teams.

Skills

AI/ML architecture expertise

System design experience

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Python proficiency

Mentoring skills

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

4flow software develops a range of global standard software products for logistics and transportation planning that can be applied across all industries. The integrated planning approach of our software products ranges from the long-term optimization of network structures to the short-term optimization of transportation capacity utilization. In addition, planning results can be combined with transportation processing and accounting for integrated transportation management. Here, you will work at the intersection of logistics, technology, and compliance, driving product discovery and delivery.

What your new challenge will look like

• Lead the architectural vision and strategic direction for AI and machine learning systems across a distributed team in India and Europe.
• Architect unified, scalable and secure AI systems that supports international data sovereignty and regional privacy regulations.
• Influence 4flows product direction through clear, compelling presentations to management and stakeholders.
• Evaluate and select tools, frameworks and platforms for AI development, deployment and LLMOps.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to AI and engineering teams.
• Drive knowledge sharing, contribute best practices and foster continuous learning across teams.
• Continuously explore emerging AI technologies and trends to drive innovation.

Why you belong at 4fllow

• Around 8 years of experience in system design and architecture, including at least 4 years focused specifically on AI/ML architecture
• Proven expertise in building and scaling agentic AI frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI)
• A deep understanding of machine learning, deep learning and LLMOps practices
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in Python and familiar with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch and Hugging Face
• Experience in mentoring cross-functional teams and leading technical projects from concept to production deployment
• Ability to distinguish between AI hype and high-impact business use cases
• Comfortable with the “fail fast” nature of AI research while maintaining a clear path to production

Why 4flow?

• A clearly defined vision and job security at a company with German roots.
• Exciting international work environment as well as rapid career development opportunities.
• Outstanding opportunities for your individual development (individual training budget and internal trainings).
• Permanent position, competitive base salary, an attractive bonus system, and a great benefits package.
• Flexibility and the opportunity to work remotely.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
• Sports, team member events and team getaways.
• Free access to organic fruit, cereal, snacks, drinks, and coffee at all 4flow locations.

Ready for 4flow? We look forward to your application! We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic.