Data Science Team Lead (m/f/d)

AP Sensing GmbH; Miller Township (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AP Sensing GmbH is seeking a Data Science Team Lead to guide a talented team in developing innovative AI solutions. The role combines technical expertise with leadership in an interdisciplinary environment, tackling complex challenges in distributed fiber optic sensing applications. If you're passionate about leading high-impact projects and fostering a culture of excellence, this position is for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Flexible working hours

Performance-based bonuses

Annual salary increases

AP Sensing Card for personal use

Permanent employment contracts with job security

Company pension plan

Meal options in-house cafeteria

Sports facilities

Job-bike program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in developing and deploying data science products.
• 2+ years in a team lead role with HR responsibility.
• Experience across MLOps lifecycle, especially in sensor-heavy applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing data science team.
• Drive product development of AI solutions aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams.

Skills

Deep Learning

Computer Vision

Signal Processing

Python Programming

Agile Project Management

MLOps Expertise

Communication of ML Concepts

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics

PhD (preferred)

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Job description

Are you an experienced machine learning engineer or data scientist team lead with a passion for leadership and innovation? Do you aspire to guide high-impact, cutting-edge AI solutions from idea to deployment in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment?

As a Data Science Team Lead you will combine technical expertise with people leadership. You will solve complex challenges using petabytes of high-velocity sensor data shaping the future of distributed fiber optic sensing (DFOS) applications around the globe.

As Data Science Team Lead you will lead and grow a talented team of data scientists:

• Lead, guide and mentor a high-performing data science team with full HR responsibility fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Drive hands-on product development of high-impact AI solutions ensuring alignment with product and business goals and successful market launch.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in relevant fields of AI, ML, DFOS and Intelligent Metering and actively support its adoption across projects
• Ensure technical rigor through code reviews, architecture guidance, and application of best practices in MLOps and ML engineering.
• Guide agile execution of data science projects, using structured project planning, backlog management, and iterative delivery methods.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, engineering teams, executive management and customers aligning with product and organizational goals.
• Implement and improve processes by following and evolving existing internal quality and product development processes.

Your Profile

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying data science products, with 2+ years in a team lead role with HR responsibility.
• Proven track record of delivering successful AI products, preferably in sensor-heavy industrial applications.
• Demonstrated hands-on mentality with strong experience across all stages of the MLOps Lifecycle; cloud experience is a plus.
• Strong expertise in Deep Learning, Computer Vision and Signal Processing, experience in Intelligent Metering or DFOS is a plus.
• Practical experience in edge AI deployment, real-time inferencing on high velocity data and training on petabyte-scale data.
• Strong Python programming skills and solid knowledge of frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn.
• Strong background in agile project management, with experience in managing products from ideation to release.
• Ability to communicate complex ML concepts and results in a clear and engaging way to non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.
• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or related field. PhD is a plus.

Our Company

At AP Sensing, we’re building on a success story that began in the garage of Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard. As an independent HP spin-off, we combine over 40 years of technological expertise with a passion for innovation.

Together we’ll continue to enhance infrastructure, protect people, and safeguard our planet. With a commitment to fiber optic sensing, we value every voice and empower growth. Join us in thinking ahead to create a smarter, safer world.

Our Offer

• Challenging, versatile and influential work based on state-of-the-art technology
• A climate of openness, trust and respect, following the “HP Way”
• Motivating, friendly environment in an international team
• Competitive compensation and benefits, flexible working hours
• Personal development and career paths, and a profitsharing plan
• Performance-based bonuses: Half-yearly bonus distribution based on company performance.
• Salary growth: Annual salary increases, along with holiday and Christmas bonuses.
• AP Sensing Card: Enjoy €50 credit per month for personal use.
• Job security: Permanent employment contracts with comprehensive job security.
• Pension scheme: Benefit from our company pension plan.

Flexibility

• Flexible hours: Tailor your work schedule with flexible working hours and home office options.
• Company laptop: Every employee receives a laptop for easy remote work.
• Meal options: Subsidized meals in our in-house cafeteria, on-site kiosk.
• A fully equipped kitchen with a high-tech coffee machine, free drinks and fresh fruit.
• Sports facilities: Join our weekly jogging group or train with our fitness coach. Showers are available for cyclists and lunch break joggers.
• Job-bike offer: Stay active with our job-bike program.
• Modern office: Bright, air-conditioned offices, creative spaces, and height-adjustable desks for ergonomic working.

Community & Culture

• Team spirit: Enjoy a flat hierarchy and a positive, appreciative working atmosphere with an international, intercultural team.
• Team events: Regular company and team events to foster connection and collaboration.
• Career growth: With steady company growth, you’ll have plenty of career advancement opportunities.
• Training & development: We invest in your professional development with employee training and education programs.

Facility & Perks

• Convenience: Just 2 minutes from the S-Bahn, close to the highway, with free parking right at the door.
• Corporate Benefits Program: Access to exclusive discounts through our Corporate Benefits Program.

Are you ready to play a big role in a small team, instead of a small role in a big team?

Then you are spot-on with us

Got questions? Call Ingrid Licht at [phone] or email [e-mail]. We’re happy to help!Ready to apply? Send your application to [e-mail].