Lead Engineer (AI/Python)

Global Technology Center; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GPC Global Technology Center in Krakow is seeking an innovative Engineering Tech Lead to advance Generative AI and cloud-native products. You will guide a hands-on engineering team and work with data scientists to deploy solutions built on Python and Java in production.

The role emphasizes leadership, strong cloud expertise with GCP/Vertex AI, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to turn research into scalable, reliable platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Eng, or related field.
• 6–8 years in software development with 2–3 years in technical leadership.
• Proficient in GCP and Vertex AI with hands-on ML experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring for the engineering team.
• Write, review, and maintain production-grade code.
• Design and whiteboard innovative AI and cloud solutions.
• Lead Generative AI initiatives and cloud deployments.
• Collaborate with product, data science, and other teams.
• Stay updated on emerging AI technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Python

Cloud solutions

Data analytics

Machine learning

Generative AI

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

GCP

Vertex AI

Job description

Company Background

Genuine Parts Company founded in 1928 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading specialty distributor engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added services. The Company operates a global portfolio of businesses with more than 10000 locations across the world, employing 60000 people. The GPC Global Technology Center in Krakow, established in 2022 by Genuine Parts Company is an innovative research and development facility supporting GPC's digital transformation efforts. The hub is focused on the development of advanced technologies and solutions that support GPC's operations and growth. The GPC Global Technology Center team works on a wide range of projects assisting in areas such as e-commerce and data platforms, supply chain solutions, selling systems, and cyber security. This is home to a team of highly skilled IT engineers who are dedicated to driving innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions for GPC.

Position Purpose

We are seeking an innovative and hands-on Engineering Tech Lead to join our Special Projects team, focusing on the exploration and implementation of Generative AI and other innovative new technologies. The ideal candidate will have a unique blend of leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for new technology. Your role will be central to understanding the applicability of Generative AI for our company's unique use cases, and you will be instrumental in bringing Cloud solutions from development to production. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams that develop and support Products written in Python and Java in production settings. This candidate will be hands-on in the development activities with their team and will have good knowledge of the Python landscape. This person will be working closely with other Engineers, Product, and Data Scientists to develop and deploy Products built around LLMs in the Google Cloud Platform.

Responsibilities

• Technical leading and mentoring a talented engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Write, review, and maintain code while ensuring alignment with best practices and project goals.
• Design and whiteboard solutions, collaborating with the team to develop and implement innovative approaches.
• Investigate and apply Generative AI methodologies to meet the company's specific needs and challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine the best applications of Generative AI for the business.
• Spearhead the implementation of Cloud solutions, specifically on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Vertex AI.
• Guide the full lifecycle of development, from initial design to production deployment, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to evolve the team's capabilities continually.
• Foster a culture of curiosity and learning, encouraging experimentation and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in technical leadership.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Python, Cloud solutions, and development-to-production lifecycle.
• Proficient in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Vertex AI.
• Hands-on experience in data analytics and building/deploying machine learning models.
• Passion for learning and applying new technologies, with the ability to inspire and drive innovation within the team.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Generative AI is a major plus.
• Experience with deploying and supporting Machine Learning/Large Language Models a major plus.

Location

Krakow/Hybrid

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we're proud to say we're the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.