AI Architect

Sopra Steria offers tailored, end-to-end corporate technology and software solutions to help clients make bold choices and deliver results. Successfully so! With more than 56.000 colleagues in 30 countries, we rank as Europe’s leading digital solutions provider. Some of the most successful companies in Europe rely on our technology due to our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and value in business development.

The world is how we shape it. Let’s shape it together.

As an AI Architect, you'll delve into the core of AI, applying your skills across domains like healthcare, transportation, and chatbot development. You'll routinely work with techniques like computer vision, NLP, forecasting, optimization, and generative AI, tackling real-world scenarios without getting lost in complexity. You'll translate business challenges into AI solutions, aligning them with market needs and inspiring both employees and companies. You'll lead project teams to implement these solutions, while considering legal, ethical, and moral boundaries.

You collaborate with data scientists and AI experts to identify and pilot AI use cases, ensuring they reach production readiness. Align with business teams to convert leaders' visions into practical, feasible technical solutions. You gather input from stakeholders and develop processes and products that meet current and future needs. You define the AI architecture and choose technologies from open-source or commercial options. Select deployment models (cloud, on-premises, or hybrid) for seamless integration with existing data and analytics tools.

You improve AI tools and practices, focusing on continuous improvement. Implement feedback mechanisms to assess and recalibrate models as needed. You serve as an AI expert, generating and sharing innovative ideas and insights with colleagues and customers through training and knowledge-sharing sessions.

We’re seeking passionate colleagues who are eager to push the boundaries in digital transformation and technology consulting. At Sopra Steria, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills in a constructive, collaborative team environment, working on impactful projects that drive change for our clients. If you thrive on challenge and meet (most of) the qualifications below, we look forward to your application! 

You’ll have knowledge and experience of the following:  

• At least 7+ years of experience in AI and Data Science.
• Multiple examples where you coordinated a team in building end-to-end AI solutions.
• Experienced in developing (deep learning) models.
• Experience in securely and rapidly developing, training, evaluating, debugging, and deploying AI models in both practical and theoretical scenarios.
• Experience with modern computer vision tools for image classification, object detection, tracking, and segmentation.
• Expertise in working with LLMs (GPT, BERT, etc.) and are familiar with NLP and LLM evaluation metrics.
• Hands-on experience in the development of AI solutions in cloud environments like Microsoft AWS or azure.
• You approach problem-solving with an open-minded and constructive attitude.
• You have the drive to stay up to date with the fast-changing AI landscape.
• You're an excellent mentor who not only designs the architecture but also ensures our consultants implement it successfully.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, particularly in Python, to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Guide consultants from Proof of Concept (POC) to production, leveraging your infrastructure knowledge to support deployment and optimization.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French is a plus.
• You have experience in improving AI/ML strategies.
• You are resident in Belgium and look forward to working a limited days a week at the client's or our offices.
• You have experience in improving AI/ML strategies.

What we can offer you

As a member of one of Europe’s largest digital solutions providers, you’ll benefit from extensive career development opportunities, both local and international. At the Sopra Steria Academy, you’ll be part of a dynamic network of 56,000 professionals at all stages of their careers. With a wide array of offices to explore, you can find your ideal location and take the next step in your career.  

You’ll become a part of a major Tech player in Europe recognized for its consulting, digital services, and software development. On top of that, you’ll join the OptimAi Team: the partner for advanced, intelligent solutions using AI.  

Our employees are known for making bold choices and delivering results. Work among high-level professionals at the forefront of corporate software solutions and innovation at Europe’s Leading Digital Service Provider.    

We offer a generous employee benefits package that includes: 

• A variety of perks, such as mobility options (including a company car), insurance coverage, meal vouchers, eco-cheques, and more. 
• Continuous learning opportunities through the Sopra Steria Academy to support your career development. 
• The opportunity to connect with fellow Sopra Steria colleagues at various team events.  

People are the cornerstone of our success. That’s why we aspire to be bolder together. Our goal is to build high-functioning teams and healthy team environments that inspire and help each other to deliver excellence for each of our customers.   

Excited about this job opportunity? Ready to shape the world with us? Great! We are looking forward to your application!  

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Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, ancestry, nationality, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.