AI Solution Engineering Lead

Role OverviewWe are seeking a senior, well-rounded leader to head our AI Solution Engineering team. This role is pivotal in driving the design, implementation, and scaling of human-in-the-loop AI annotation workflows. You will lead a global team of engineers, coach them toward technical and delivery excellence, and manage complex stakeholder relationships across regions and functions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and grow a globally distributed team of AI Solutions EngineersDrive the technical execution of scalable, high-performance AI annotation workflowsCoach engineers on best practices, architecture fundamentals, and delivery maturityOwn stakeholder relationships across product, engineering, and delivery teamsTranslate business needs into actionable engineering plans and outcomesEnsure solutions meet enterprise standards for performance, security, and scalabilityChampion innovation and continuous improvement in tooling and workflow designIdeal Candidate Profile10+ years of experience in engineering leadership, preferably in AI/ML or data-centric environmentsDeep understanding of human-in-the-loop systems, annotation tooling, and AI workflowsStrong organizational leadership and stakeholder management skillsProven ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teamsComfortable operating independently in a different region/time zone, with a strong ownership mindsetExcellent communicator with strategic thinking and execution focusWhat You BringStrong experience with AI/ML systems and human-in-the-loop workflowsDeep understanding of HITL annotation tooling and schema designSolid coding skills in Python and working with APIsHands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)Familiarity with data pipelines and scalable engineering practicesProven ability to apply UX principles to annotation tool design for usability and efficiencyWhat we offer:Attractive remuneration packagePrivate Health Care InsuranceGrowth and learning opportunitiesWork in a well-established multinational companyHybrid work setupCentific is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.