CareerPlan

Head of AI Platforms Center of Excellence (w/m/d)

Düsseldorf, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time2026-10-25 → 2026-10-30

Core

Design, build, and operate scalable AI platforms enabling end-to-end AI lifecycle management and establishing reusable frameworks for Uniper's energy business.

Role type

Senior IC/Lead AI Platform Architect & Center of Excellence Head

Builds

Scalable AI platforms, reusable frameworks, and API strategies for AI services

Domain

Energy industry + AI/ML infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

AI platform architecture, API strategy, AI governance & security, team leadership (10-25 FTE), stakeholder management, budget planning, agile/DevOps practices, strategic roadmap execution

Preferred skills

Cloud-native solutions, ITSM/ITIL processes, coaching & talent development, organizational change management

Technologies

Cloud-based solutions, CI/CD, DevOps tools, AI frameworks

Responsibilities

Define and establish reusable AI frameworks and development standards; develop and steer API strategies for AI services; ensure responsible AI usage through security controls and governance; lead the AI Center of Excellence and accelerate AI adoption; translate roadmaps into implementation plans; manage team budgets and resources; coordinate with architecture, security, and delivery teams; lead and coach technical teams; ensure compliance with cybersecurity and risk management processes.