IBM iX – Experience the Human Factor.

Are you ready to drive data-driven innovation and lay the foundation for groundbreaking AI solutions? As an AI & Data Architect (m/f/d), you will design high-performance systems and architectures that empower companies to achieve strategic goals with modern technology.
Sound like you? Then we are looking for you to join us as soon as possible in a full-time position (40/38.5 hours per week) at our Berlin, Düsseldorf, or Vienna location.

Your tasks

• You will develop and be responsible for the end-to-end architecture for data and AI platforms, ensuring scalability, security, compliance, and performance.
• You design modern data architectures (e.g., Data Lakehouse, Data Mesh, DataVault 2.0) as well as best-practice AI/ML pipelines.
• You define company-wide standards for Responsible AI, Governance, and AI/ML Security.
• To ensure consistent and secure solutions, you will work closely with data engineers, AI engineers, security teams, sales and delivery.
• You will play a key role in selecting the appropriate tools and cloud services (AWS, Azure or GCP) and will take on the architectural leadership in internal as well as customer-oriented projects.
• You design AI solutions, optimize models in terms of performance and output quality, monitor model behavior, and enable automated deployments and lifecycle management across all environments.

Your skills

• You bring extensive expertise in data and AI architectures, including cloud-native and distributed systems.
• You have a deep understanding of MLOps practices, operationalizing AI/ML, lifecycle management, and Responsible AI frameworks. Experience with data modeling approaches such as DataVault 2.0 or Data Mesh is a plus.
• You are familiar with common AI security threats (e.g., adversarial attacks, data poisoning) as well as regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, AI Act).
• You communicate clearly and effectively and enjoy working in cross-functional, agile teams.
• You have proven experience implementing MLOps frameworks (e.g., MLflow, Azure ML, SageMaker), including CI/CD for ML, model versioning, experiment tracking, and automated model monitoring.
• You speak German at C1 level and have at least B2 level English.

Your perspective

Professional Growth:
We offer various opportunities for individual development through our internal academy and "Design Yourself" programs, including in-house coaching and mentoring. You also have full access to all IBM training opportunities.

Work-Life Balance:
Our core working hours, 30 vacation days, and hybrid work model help you create a more flexible life.
Health & Well-Being:
Your well-being is just as important as your health. That's why we offer various mental health initiatives to strengthen your mental and physical health.

Team & Culture:
Our goal is for everyone to feel safe, needed, and valued. Look forward to great team and company events.

Corporate Benefits & Incentives
Take advantage of great IBM discounts and internal incentives that recognize your commitment, such as our "Bring a friend" bonus program.

About Us

With 60 studios worldwide, IBM iX is one of the world's largest providers of digital experience services. As part of IBM Consulting, IBM's consulting and services unit, IBM iX is a consultancy, digital agency, design studio, and tech company all in one. At the intersection of strategy, design, and technology, its teams support organizations, companies, and brands in their digital transformation. In German-speaking countries, experts create digital experiences that put people first – based on IBM technologies and in collaboration with leading technology partners such as Adobe, Salesforce, and SAP CX.

Do you feel at home in the world of digital trends and love driving projects with real impact? Then become part of our IBM iX team!

IBM iX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that offers equal opportunities for all. In particular, we want to encourage all people with their individual, diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply to join us.

We look forward to receiving your application, including a current CV, work references and preferably also a short cover letter.

Do you have any questions about the position? Please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner:
Stefan Lembcke
join-ix@ibmix.de