Head of AI

Role Overview

• You design and evolve the framework for AI agents, automation workflows, LLM integrations, and RAG (knowledge retrieval) systems. You ensure our systems are scalable, reliable, and deeply integrated into complex business workflows.
• You lead by doing. You will actively contribute to the codebase, building AI toolchains, event-driven automation, and decision systems that interact with real ERP data.
• You work directly with the founder to identify automation opportunities. You will validate solutions with real customers, ensuring our AI solves actual business pain points rather than just being "cool tech".
• You recruit and mentor a small, elite team of builders. You are responsible for fostering a pragmatic, high-velocity engineering culture and removing technical blockers.
• You act as the internal authority on AI. You will align with Product and Engineering departments to help them integrate AI capabilities and educate stakeholders on the possibilities and limitations of the tech.

Requirements

• You have a track record as a Staff/Principal Engineer or Technical Founder who thrives at the intersection of Architecture, Product, and Team Leadership.
• You possess deep experience in backend system architecture, distributed systems, and API design. You are highly proficient in LLM orchestration, AI agents, and data pipelines.
• You think in business workflows. You can move quickly from a high-level idea to a production-ready implementation, always keeping the customer’s process in mind.
• You lead by technical example, not just through administration. You know how to hire "strong builders" and balance the need for speed with long-term system quality.
• You prefer building over theorizing. You are comfortable with ambiguity, highly execution-focused, and curious about simplifying complex business processes.
• You are fluent in both English and German.

Tech Stack

• Distributed Systems
• ERP

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy remote work options across Europe or from our office-hubs in Augsburg, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, and Lohne (Oldenburg), along with flexible working hours.
• Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits: Attractive salary packages and a generous leave policy that includes 28 annual leave days, special leave days, and nursing care days. Our comprehensive benefits package also provides a monthly voucher to choose from a variety of providers, including Urban Sports Club, grocery stores, entertainment, and lifestyle options. Additionally, we equip all employees with state-of-the-art home office equipment and offer a 50% subsidy on private pension plans for permanent employees in Germany.
• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from a significant budget dedicated to learning and personal development, supporting your career growth and continuous learning.
• Inclusive & Engaging Culture: Participate in virtual and in-person company events and in our yearly culture connect days, fostering a collaborative and vibrant company culture with minimal hierarchies and respectful communication.
• Diverse & International Team: Work alongside a multicultural and international team across 17 different work locations within Europe and 32 nationalities, embracing diversity and a global perspective.
• Mental Health & Well-being: Access comprehensive, evidence-based mental health care with 24/7 counseling, therapy placement, on-site support, and legal and financial guidance to help you thrive at work and in life.