SME AI

Vodafone; Portugal; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mobile phone

Free comm plan

Discounts on services

Well-being program

Learning platforms

Job summary

Vodafone Portugal is seeking a visionary and execution-oriented SME AI to drive the company’s Artificial Intelligence strategy and adoption journey. The role will identify, develop, and scale AI initiatives that accelerate business growth, efficiency, and customer experience across the organization.

You’ll lead AI programs, influence stakeholders, and partner across divisions to deliver measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree or technical institute certificate in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• Proven leadership experience in AI, Data, Technology, or Digital Transformation.
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI, Machine Learning, Data Platforms, and Cloud technologies.
• Experience delivering large-scale transformation programs and measurable business outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Telecom industry experience is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Execute Vodafone Portugal’s AI strategy and roadmap.
• Prioritize high-value use cases across all business areas.
• Ensure compliance, security, and responsible AI adoption.
• Partner with business and technology leaders to accelerate AI-driven transformation.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and manage strategic partnerships.

Skills

AI leadership

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Data Platforms

Cloud technologies

Stakeholder mgmt

English-Portuguese

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree or related field

Job description

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At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it’s our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact. Vodafone Portugal is seeking a visionary and execution-oriented SMEAIto drive the company’s Artificial Intelligence strategy and adoption journey. This role will be responsible for identifying, developing, and scaling AI initiatives that drive business growth, operational efficiency, customer experience, and innovation across the organization.

What you’ll do

• Execute Vodafone Portugal’s AI strategy and roadmap;
• Prioritizing high-value use cases across all business areas;
• Ensuring compliance, security, and responsible AI adoption;
• Partner with business and technology leaders to accelerate AI-driven transformation;
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and manage strategic partnerships.

Who you are

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree or technical institute certificate in Computer Science, Information Systems or other related field;
• Proven leadership experience in AI, Data, Technology, or Digital Transformation;
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI, Machine Learning, Data Platforms, and Cloud technologies;
• Experience delivering large-scale transformation programs and measurable business outcomes;
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills;
• Telecom industry experience is a plus;
• AI embedded into core business processes and decision-making;
• Tangible improvements in customer experience, productivity, and business performance;
• A scalable AI operating model with strong governance and adoption across Vodafone Portugal;
• English and Portuguese (Fluency).

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background.

What's in it for you

• Hybrid Work Model -Flexible hybrid work model with 8-10 in-office days per month, managed by team leaders;
• Vodafone Products and Services - Employees get a mobile phone, free communication plan, data card, and various discounts on services and products;
• Recognition - Recognition programs for innovative, creative, high-potential employees and exemplary behaviors;
• Health and Well-being - Well-being Program offers nutrition and psychological consultations, webinars, workshops, and discounts on various services and products;
• Learning - Access to Communities of Practice and a customizable digital training platform with high-quality content (namely Harvard Business Publishing, Skillsoft and Speexx);
• Local and International Mobility -Internal recruitment with local and international rotation opportunities across departments and roles.

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people’s lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn’t a concept; it’s lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You’ll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We’re committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.