Senior Manager AI & ML

PUMA Gruppe; Herzogenaurach; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global sports brand is looking for an AI/ML Engineer to design and develop end-to-end AI systems. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills and over five years of experience in AI and machine learning, including technical leadership. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to create scalable, reliable AI solutions in a fast-paced environment. The position is available on a full-time or part-time basis.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in AI, ML, or Data Science with technical leadership experience.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or other relevant languages.
• Experience with AI frameworks and model deployment tools.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop AI/ML systems including data pipelines and model training.
• Lead a team of AI engineers in complex AI system design and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into AI solutions.

Kenntnisse

Python programming

Leadership

AI/ML algorithms

Data processing

Cloud platforms experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

TensorFlow

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Spark

Jobbeschreibung

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability.We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

Design and develop end-to-end AI/ML systems, including data pipelines, model training, and deployment in production environments

Lead the development of algorithms and models for various applications, such as recommendation systems, predictive analytics, image processing, and natural language processing (NLP).

Ensure that AI solutions are scalable, reliable, and performant in real-world production environments

Lead the deployment of AI models into production, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and capable of handling large-scale data and high traffic volumes

Implement model monitoring and performance tracking systems to ensure models remain accurate and reliable over time

Drive continuous improvements to AI systems through A/B testing, model retraining, and performance optimization and ensure AI/ML models are developed with high code quality, clear documentation, and thorough testing

Drive the implementation of best practices in model development, version control, continuous integration (CI), and testing in AI workflows

Lead a team of AI engineers, guiding the team in the design and implementation of complex AI systems

Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, helping them grow their technical skills and ensuring alignment with best practices in AI development

Stay updated on the latest trends in AI and machine learning and bring fresh ideas and technologies to the team

Work closely with product managers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into AI-driven solutions

Collaborate with data engineers to ensure clean, accessible, and structured data for model training and validation and Partner with other engineering teams to integrate AI models into Puma’s broader tech stack, ensuring seamless deployment and scaling

Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and out-of-the-box thinking within the AI team.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field

5+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science, with at least 3+ years in technical leadership or leading engineer role

Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or other relevant languages.

Proven experience designing and deploying AI models in production, with a focus on scalability, performance, and reliability

Strong experience working with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/ Azure) and large-scale data processing tools (Spark/ Kafka.etc.)

Experience with AI frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, scikit-learn, etc.), model deployment tools (e.g., MLflow, TensorFlow Serving, Kubernetes) and containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes)

Expertise in AI/ML algorithms, deep learning, reinforcement learning, computer vision, NLP, and recommendation systems

Experience with model versioning, deployment pipelines, and monitoring in production environments

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, coach, and motivate a team of engineers and data scientists

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Proven track record of successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product, business, and engineering teams

Ability to identify and address technical challenges in AI/ML projects, driving practical solutions that deliver business value

A proactive, results-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

This position is available in full-time or part-time.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

The PUMA corporate Headquarters are located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, as we like to call our hometown, located in southern Germany close to Nuremberg. Every day, more than 1000 colleagues walk through our doors, ready to push sport and fashion forward. And if you’re lucky, you just might run into Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann walking down the hall.