Lead Data & AI Engineer (mfd)

Yukawa Exponential GmbH; Remote; EUR 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading digital solutions provider in Germany seeks a Lead Data & AI Engineer to design and implement scalable data architectures. In this role, you will lead a team, develop AI-driven products, and act as a trusted technical advisor for clients. The ideal candidate will have strong data engineering experience, proficiency in modern data stacks, and excellent client communication skills. A competitive salary of €90,000 annually is offered, with a flexible work environment.

Leistungen

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Pension scheme

Personal development opportunities

Budget for conferences and education

Qualifikationen

• Experience in data engineering and analytics platforms.
• Proven hands-on experience with modern data stacks.
• Strong communication skills when dealing with clients.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement scalable data architectures.
• Lead and mentor a team of Data & AI engineers.
• Drive strategic development of Data & AI offerings.

Kenntnisse

Data engineering

Machine learning

Data pipelines

Cloud data services

Client communication

Ausbildung

German language proficiency (B1)

Tools

Databricks

Spark

AWS

Jobbeschreibung

About The Role

Yukawa is looking for a Lead Data & AI Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking. This role will design and implement scalable data and AI platforms while also shaping Yukawa’s overall Data & AI offering.

You will work hands‑on in client projects architecting modern data lakehouse solutions and building AI‑driven products for forecasting, optimization and intelligent automation. At the same time you will lead and grow a team of Data & AI engineers, define best practices and act as a trusted technical advisor for our clients.

This role sits at the intersection of technology strategy and delivery. You will help Yukawa strengthen its positioning as a leading partner for data platforms and applied AI, including the development of strategic partnerships (e.g. with Databricks and cloud providers).

About Yukawa

Yukawa is a leading provider of digital ecosystems, IoT solutions and intelligent software for new ventures and enterprises. We design and implement end‑to‑end systems across hardware, cloud, data and applications, connecting devices, data and people.

What sets us apart is our close collaboration with clients and our strong business understanding. We work as an integrated partner combining strategy, architecture and execution to deliver solutions that create measurable impact.

As a remote‑first engineering consultancy we value technical excellence, ownership and teamwork. Our teams work with modern data platforms, AI frameworks and scalable cloud architectures to build reliable, maintainable and future‑proof solutions.

Tasks

Technical & Hands‑on

• Design and implement scalable data architectures, including modern data lakehouse platforms (e.g. Databricks Delta Lake).
• Build and operate production‑grade data pipelines, ML workflows and AI services.
• Develop AI models for forecasting, optimization, anomaly detection and intelligent automation.
• Build and deploy AI‑powered APIs and microservices in cloud‑native environments.
• Apply best practices in MLOps, experiment tracking, CI/CD and model lifecycle management.
• Support data analysis, feature engineering and system optimization in client projects.

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor a growing team of Data & AI engineers, setting technical standards and best practices.
• Define and continuously evolve Yukawa’s Data & AI architecture patterns, toolchains and delivery approach.
• Drive the strategic development of Yukawa’s Data & AI offerings, including data platforms, analytics and applied AI solutions.
• Act as a senior technical sparring partner for clients, supporting discovery phases, solution design and decision‑making.
• Build and maintain strategic technology partnerships (e.g. Databricks, cloud providers, data tooling vendors).
• Contribute to presales proposals and technical positioning together with consulting and delivery leads.
• Collaborate with the Leadership team on the strategic development of Yukawa as a leading AI and IoT‑driven service company.

Requirements

• Strong experience in data engineering, analytics platforms and applied machine learning.
• Proven hands‑on experience with modern data stacks (e.g. Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, cloud data services).
• Solid understanding of cloud architectures (Azure, AWS or GCP) and production‑grade AI systems.
• Experience leading technical teams or acting as a technical lead in complex projects.
• Ability to translate business challenges into scalable data and AI solutions.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and stakeholders.
• A strategic mindset combined with a strong willingness to stay hands‑on.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment with remote or hybrid options.
• Competitive compensation and international projects.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee Benefits: Flexible Working Times and Vacation Policy.
• Opportunities to make an impact with experienced architects and developers.
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• Budget for conferences and education.
• Technology of your choice.

Mandatory residence in Germany at the time of employment.

German language proficiency at B1 level or higher is required and will be assessed during the interview process.

Key Skills

• Laboratory Experience
• Vendor Management
• Design Controls
• C / C++
• FDA Regulations
• Intellectual Property Law
• ISO 13485
• Research Experience
• SolidWorks
• Research & Development
• Internet Of Things
• Product Development

Employment Type: Employee

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 90000 - 90000