Solution Architect – Data Analytics & AI/GenAI (m/f/d)
zeroGAbout the role
We're looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join our family of fearlessly curious truth-seekers.
zeroG Solution Architects lead the design of robust, customer-centric technology solutions across aviation & logistics industries. This role involves translating business needs into actionable architectures, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring scalable, secure implementations which deliver real business value. Ideal candidates thrive in dynamic consulting environments and excel at stakeholder alignment and solution storytelling.
In this role, you will:
- Be a trusted partner with new and potential zeroG customers, actively understanding business problems, translating into architecture design, and creating solution blueprints aligned with customer goals and enterprise constraints
- Partner with diverse delivery teams of data scientists, data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure successful implementations
- Lead pre-sales activities to create new business opportunities and extend existing customer engagements
- Develop and maintain architectural, data governance, and data management standards, balancing speed with long-term value
- Coach and mentor other zeroG colleagues in Solution Architecture
What skills should you have?
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software/data engineering, or a related subject, or equivalent business experience
- Minimum of 7+ years professional experience in data, analytics or a related subject area, including a strong foundation in Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI (GenAI)
- A proven track record in solution architecture design and implementation of data-centric, machine learning-based systems across the full lifecycle (training, deployment, monitoring)
- Expertise in cloud environments such as Azure, Google Cloud or AWS
- Excellent technical understanding for catering to non-functional requirements including query performance, data quality, machine learning model performance and security
- Ability to explain complex analytical concepts to a non-technical audience (including senior stakeholders) for effective sales activities and customer engagements
- A high capacity for abstraction, to independently perform in ambiguous and flexible environments, and excellent problem-solving abilities
The following skills and experience would also be an asset:
- Gen-AI / LLMs: e.g. Open-AI, Gemini
- Data Platform tools: e.g. Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, Synapse, Apache Spark
- BI tools: e.g. Tableau, Power BI
- DevOps tools: e.g. CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Enterprise, Azure DevOps
- Experience in modern data architectures: lakehouse, data warehousing, OLTP/OLAP
- Data modeling skills: dimensional, normalized, and NoSQL
- Networking and Security: Proficiency in networking principles and securing data-centric systems, especially in cloud environments
- Programming Languages: e.g. Python, Java, Scala, SQL
- Airline Domain Expertise
About us
Throughout our history, we’ve supported the Lufthansa Group in their digital transformation journey and created the intelligent edge around Lufthansa Systems products, like NetLine/Ops++ and NetLine/Plan.
Today, we’re continuing our own journey in attracting OAL business, offering our expertise in improving business processes and developing cutting-edge data science applications and products. We deliver human-centered, end-to-end data science solutions, that help our clients eliminate cost, boost productivity and discover new business potentials.
Why you'll love working with us:
Take initiative and watch your contributions drive real change in our dynamic environment.
We prioritize creativity, open dialogue, and teamwork over rigid structures, ensuring every voice is heard.
Work alongside an international team of top-notch data specialists who are passionate about creating innovative and elegant solutions with clients from all corners of the world.
Take advantage of abundant learning opportunities for growth, supported by a yearly training budget, to help you develop new skills and advance your career.
Enjoy a work environment that respects your work-life balance, offering flexibility and the option to work from home and the office as it suits you.
If you're moving to Germany, our comprehensive relocation package ensures a smooth transition, helping you feel at home from day one.
As part of the Lufthansa Group family, you'll benefit from discounted flight tickets from Lufthansa and partner airlines that make exploring the world easier and more flexible.
Read more about zeroG, our culture, and tips for the recruitment process at https://www.zerog.aero/career.