AI & Cloud Principal Engineer (m / f / d)

AI & Cloud Principal Engineer (m / f / d)

About the Job

The Data & Analytics Platforms Team (DAP) develops and runs central platforms and data products, which enable the Allianz Operating Entities (OEs) to generate value from data & analytics at scale. The major offering is the Allianz Data Platform (ADP) - a PaaS offering -, which comprises necessary capabilities to store, transfer and analyze data, as well as running data & analytics products. In addition, ADP also serves capabilities for ML (ops) and GenAI / Agentic AI use cases.

The AI & Cloud Principal Engineer will be responsible to shape the future ADP offering (evaluate, design and implement technical platform capabilities), both for Data, Machine Learning and GenAI / Agentic AI offering. Moreover, they will advice local implementation teams how to best apply platform capabilities for effective / efficient local application built / use case implementation.

The candidate should bring a deep understanding of cloud computing (data storage, security, and recovery), market leading data platform solutions (e.g. Databricks) and ML / AI / GenAI technologies.

What you do

• Act as a thought leader and expert on AI (ML, LLM, Agentic) and Data Platform capabilities, advising customers and internal teams on the latest technology and valuable implementation strategies within Allianz.
• Design, build, and test AI and Cloud architectures in an enterprise setup to ensure efficient transfer and storage of large amounts of data, maintaining information accuracy and security during data transfers.
• Leverage AI capabilities to create high-performing IT services within the existing landscape, troubleshooting and solving technical issues with creativity and prior knowledge.
• Vet cloud providers and third-party services to ensure high-quality offerings for storage, compute, and LLMs, while creating standard operating procedures and policy documentation for data transfer and storage.
• Stay updated with developments in AI (ML, LLM, Agentic AI) and cloud computing solutions, providing guidance to cross-functional teams on cloud and AI data access, especially during major transfers, updates, or changes.
• Serve as the AI & Cloud architect subject-matter expert for the entire department, offering strategic insights and leadership.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in all processes, fostering innovation and efficiency in data management.

What you bring

What we offer

About Allianz Technology

With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Allianz Technology is Allianz's global IT service provider and delivers IT solutions that drive the group's digitalization. With more than 11,000 employees in over 20 countries around the world, Allianz Technology is tasked to run, optimize, transform, and innovate the infrastructure, applications, and services together with Allianz companies to co-create the best customer experience.

We service the entire spectrum of digitalization – from one of the industry's largest IT infrastructure projects that spans data centres, networks, and security, to application platforms ranging from workplace services to digital interaction.

In short : We deliver comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. We are the backbone of Allianz.

Find us at : www.linkedin.com / company / allianz-technology .

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and commits itself to creating an inclusive work environment for all.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

Join us. Let´s care for tomorrow.

You. IT.

To Recruitment Agencies :

Allianz Technology has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firm recruiters.

When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz.

74736 | IT & Tech Engineering | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Technology | Full-Time | Permanent