AI engineer / Consultant (m/f/d)
Want to make an impact?
Then come join us at GFA Consulting Group - a leading European consulting company working in international development cooperation. Since 1982, GFA has carried out numerous development and research projects in over 130 countries, focusing on matters of global importance. Our work, both in our projects and at our headquarters in Hamburg in Germany, supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), to improve people's lives and protect the planet. Our international and multicultural team of professionals is at the heart of our success. If you share this passion for international cooperation and enjoy working in an international environment, where you can contribute to shaping a better world, join the GFA team as: AI engineer / Consultant (m/f/d)
Guided by a human-centered approach and endorsing the Principles for Digital Development, GFA`s Digital Innovation Unit (DIU) emphasizes data solutions that meet the specific needs of clients and communities served. By harnessing the power of data and technology, the DIU aims at tackling the most pressing global challenges and building data literacy at the local level. The DIU´s team is interdisciplinary and globally connected. Its technically and methodologically versed experts combine data, IT, design, innovation and policy expertise.Your tasks
Under guiding of the AI steering group and in coordination with the AI officer:
- Assess the technical feasibility of AI use cases in GFA
- Assist in requirements analysis and specification
- Contribute to cost-benefit assessments of AI use cases in GFA, incl. infrastructure and maintenance requirements
- Develop pilot solutions (e.g. chatbots, process automation tools) for use cases in coordination with our IT (GFA Digital, Syscom)
- Pilot testing of solutions and rollout in collaboration with our IT dpartment, if applicable
- Support the deployment of new solutions or intergration of AI technonologies into existing systems
- Document and communicate technical concepts and solutions effectively
In the DIU:
- Actively contribute to the assessment, piloting and development of AI-based services and solutions for our clients
- Actively contribute to the development of non-AI-based data services for our clients, such as e.g. classical data analytics projects
- Write technical proposals for the acquisition of new projects in the field of AI and data-driven solutions
- Actively communicate with non-technical team members, clients, and partners
- Elaboration of reports, concepts and presentations
Your profile
University degree (MA) in computer science, economics, statistics, data science, physics mathematics or another degree with a strong quantitative focus
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the context of public sector AI or digitalization and data in development cooperation or for sustainable development, ideally including in digital product or service development
Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and computer vision
Software Development skills, several of the following:
- Python (FastAPI)
- Microservice design, API design
- Docker, design of Docker images, container orchestration
- Databases: Postgres
- Deployment pipelines, server configurationw with Nginx
Machine Learning experience:
- Design, deployment and management of Vector/Graph Databases
- Python AI and GenAI Frameworks and NLP Frameworks/libraries
- Azure Machine Learning: set-up and management of compute spaces
Basic knowledge know-how of IT systems, webarchitectures, data protection concepts
Ideally: knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization tools
Full proficiency in written and spoken English. German and French are an asset
Strong writing, communication and presentation skills
Proactive and self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow
We offer
An opportunity to be part of a multicultural and diverse team that comes together in Hamburg's lush green district of Volksdorf to work on issues that are at the heart of international cooperation. We lay the foundation for you to grow and learn with GFA, providing continuous skills development and further training. Additionally, we offer the following:
- Flexible working time arrangement: A blend of flexi-time and home office days helps balance professional and personal commitments.
- Work-life balance: Our family-orientated policies enable a healthy balance between your professional and private life. We grant a tax-free childcare allowance (daycare) and offer family leave when you need to take care of your relatives.
- Health and wellbeing: We provide access to gym membership with a rich selection of wellness and sport programs around the city. Additionally, staff members organize various sporting activities and events.
- Public transport subsidy: To promote climate-friendly commuting, we subsidise monthly tickets for local public transport.
- Surrounded by nature: GFA's barrier-free offices are set in natural surroundings, and easily accessible from Hamburg's city center. At your convenience, the offices are also within reach of public and social amenities.
Contact person
Andrii Makrushyn Andrii.Makrushyn@gfa-group.de
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