FORCIT - Chief AI Officer

Forcit Group; Hanko; Híbrido; EUR 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

FORCIT Group is seeking a strategic Data & AI leader to shape and implement the group’s data platform and AI strategy across business units. You will drive use-case prioritisation, develop data governance, and collaborate with partners to deliver scalable data architectures, cloud and on-prem, while ensuring GDPR compliance and AI ethics.

Location flexible within Finland with some on-site needs. The role offers significant cross-functional impact, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the

Formación

• Proven track record implementing data platforms and deploying AI solutions in-house or via consulting.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and communicating complex tech to business leaders.
• Curiosity and ongoing development in AI, ML, and data engineering.
• Strong expertise in AI technologies and modern data engineering, including MLOps.
• Solid understanding of data governance, information security, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing Data & AI strategies and roadmaps with scalable solutions.

Responsabilidades

• Drive prioritized use cases from concept to operational use with stakeholders.
• Define and implement the Group's Data & AI strategy and roadmaps.
• Identify and prioritise high-impact AI use cases and automation opportunities.
• Establish data governance frameworks ensuring data quality, ownership, and security.
• Guide scalable data architecture, cloud and on-prem environments, data pipelines and AI infra.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and support deployment of AI-driven solutions.
• Collaborate across units to deliver practical solutions and drive adoption.
• Promote data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
• Define data & AI skills, roles and partnering model.

Conocimientos

Data platforms

AI solutions

MLOps

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Herramientas

Cloud platforms

Data pipelines

GDPR compliance

Descripción del empleo

FORCIT is a leading provider of explosives, defence solutions, and related services, with more than 130 years of experience. Through continuous innovation, strong expertise, and modern technology, we deliver high-quality products and services to our customers. Today, more than 800 dedicated professionals work across the FORCIT Group. Learn more about us at www.forcitgroup.com.

Purpose of the role

The foundations are already taking shape: Data platform technology has been selected and an initial AI strategy is in place. The role will take ownership of further developing the strategy and translating it into practical implementation together with business and technology stakeholders.

The position offers an opportunity to shape the Group’s Data & AI capabilities, influence technology choices and ways of working, and see the practical impact of your work across the organisation.

Reporting Line

Initially, the role has no direct reports. You will lead through collaboration across business units, Group functions and external partners, and help define the future resourcing model together with the CIO.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive prioritised use cases from concept and proof of concept into operational use, working with business stakeholders and delivery partners to achieve adoption and measurable results.
• Define and implement the Group's Data & AI strategy and technology roadmaps in alignment with business priorities.
• Identify, evaluate and prioritise high-impact AI use cases, machine learning applications and automation opportunities.
• Establish and develop data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, ownership, security and compliance with GDPR and the EU AI Act.
• Guide the development of scalable data architecture, cloud and on-prem environments, data pipelines and AI infrastructure.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and support the implementation and scaling of data- and AI-driven solutions.
• Work closely with business and technology stakeholders across the Group to identify opportunities, deliver practical solutions and drive organisational adoption.
• Promote data-driven decision-making and strengthen data and AI capabilities across the organisation.
• Define data & AI skills, roles and partnership model

Critical Skills and Competencies

• A proven track record of personally contributing to the implementation of data platforms and the deployment of AI solutions into operational use, gained in an in-house role, consulting, or a combination of both.
• Experience in project or matrix leadership, with the ability to mobilise stakeholders without direct line authority and communicate technical choices clearly to business leaders.
• Curiosity and a commitment to continuously developing your expertise across AI, machine learning and emerging technologies.
• Strong expertise in AI technologies, machine learning and modern data engineering, with a good understanding of MLOps and the deployment of AI solutions.
• Solid understanding of data governance, AI ethics, information security and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience in developing Data & AI strategies, technology roadmaps and scalable technical solutions.
• Proven ability to translate technological opportunities into practical business applications and measurable improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate across organisational boundaries.
• A strategic and analytical mindset combined with a hands‑on, solution‑oriented approach and strong change management skills.

Practical information

The position is based in Finland and can be located flexibly at FORCIT's offices, for example in Hanko, Tampere or Tuusula, combined with remote work. Note that the successful completion of the task might require presence at Forcit's headquarters in Hanko, depending on the ongoing projects.

The start date is as soon as possible. We start processing applications and conducting interviews already during the application period.

The selected candidate will be subject to a security clearance in accordance with the Finnish Security Clearance Act (726/2014) and a drug test.

For more information about FORCIT Group, please visit www.forcitgroup.com.