Data Science Team Lead (m/f/d)

AP Sensing GmbH

Jobbeschreibung

WE ARE AGAIN AWARDED AS TOP ARBEITGEBER 2025!

At AP Sensing, we're building on a success story that began in the garage of Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard. As an independent HP spin-off, we combine over 40 years of technological expertise with a passion for innovation.

Together we'll continue to enhance infrastructure, protect people, and safeguard our planet. With a commitment to fiber optic sensing, we value every voice and empower growth. Join us in thinking ahead to create a smarter, safer world.

YOUR NEW CAREER

Are you an experienced machine learning engineer or data scientist team lead with a passion for leadership and innovation? Do you aspire to guide high-impact, cutting-edge AI solutions from idea to deployment in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment?

As a Data Science Team Lead you will combine technical expertise with people leadership. You will solve complex challenges using petabytes of high-velocity sensor data shaping the future of distributed fiber optic sensing (DFOS) applications around the globe.


As Data Science Team Lead you will lead and grow a talented team of data scientists

  • Lead, guide and mentor a high-performing data science team with full HR responsibility fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
  • Drive hands-on product development of high-impact AI solutions ensuring alignment with product and business goals and successful market launch.
  • Stay ahead of emerging trends in relevant fields of AI, ML, DFOS and Intelligent Metering and actively support its adoption across projects
  • Ensure technical rigor through code reviews, architecture guidance, and application of best practices in MLOps and ML engineering.
  • Guide agile execution of data science projects, using structured project planning, backlog management, and iterative delivery methods.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, engineering teams, executive management and customers aligning with product and organizational goals.
  • Implement and improve processes by following and evolving existing internal quality and product development processes.

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying data science products, with 2+ years in a team lead role with HR responsibility.
  • Proven track record of delivering successful AI products, preferably in sensor-heavy industrial applications.
  • Demonstrated hands-on mentality with strong experience across all stages of the MLOps Lifecycle; cloud experience is a plus.
  • Strong expertise in Deep Learning, Computer Vision and Signal Processing, experience in Intelligent Metering or DFOS is a plus.
  • Strong expertise in Deep Learning, Computer Vision and Signal Processing, experience in Intelligent Metering or DFOS is a plus.
  • Practical experience in edge AI deployment, real-time inferencing on high velocity data and training on petabyte-scale data .
  • Strong Python programming skills and solid knowledge of frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn.
  • Strong background in agile project management, with experience in managing products from ideation to release.
  • Ability to communicate complex ML concepts and results in a clear and engaging way to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or related field. PhD is a plus.

  • half-yearly bonus distribution
  • (depending on company performance)
  • annual salary increases
  • holiday bonus
  • christmas bonus
  • AP Sensing Card with 50 Euro credit per month
  • permanent employment contract with job security
  • company pension scheme
  • participation in the Corporate Benefits Program
  • meal subsidy for in-house canteen
  • free drinks and fresh fruit
  • job-bike offer
  • career opportunities due to steady, healthy company growth
  • flat hierarchies and very collegial relationship with managers
  • very positive and appreciative working atmosphere
  • international and intercultural team
  • flexible working hours and home office options
  • company laptop for everyone
  • ideal work-life balance
  • regular company and team events
  • employee training and education
  • new and fully equipped kitchen with high-tech coffee machine
  • kiosk in the building
  • large, bright and air-conditioned offices
  • modern office equipment with creative spaces
  • height-adjustable desks for ergonomic working
  • 2 minutes to the S-Bahn and motorway
  • free parking spaces
  • sports facilities: weekly jogging group and fitness coach
  • showers available (for cyclists or "lunch break joggers")
Mehr