(Senior) Scientist – AI and Graphs | (Senior) Scientist – AI and Graphs (80 – 100%)

ABB AG

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Dec 22, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves bridging the gap between academic AI/machine learning research and practical industrial applications within ABB's Corporate Research Center Germany. The Scientist will be responsible for adopting cutting-edge AI technologies, particularly focusing on how graph technologies (knowledge graphs, graph neural networks) can enhance the reliability and efficiency of industrial processes and drive autonomous operations. Day-to-day tasks include working with diverse industrial data (textual, tabular, time series), building compelling proof-of-concepts, and collaborating closely with end-customers and global product development teams in agile research projects. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, possesses deep expertise in graph technologies and AI/ML, and has hands-on experience in software development and Python. This position offers the chance to shape the future of industrial AI, contribute to intellectual property through patents, and work in a flexible, international, and research-driven environment.

Required Skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, or a comparable field

Experience

  • Deep expertise in graphs, AI, and machine learning
  • Hands-on experience with graph technologies in industrial applications
  • Hands-on experience in software development and programming for data-driven solutions
  • Experience working with diverse types of industrial data (textual, tabular, image, time series)
  • Experience with MLOps and/or DevOps (beneficial)
  • Domain know-how in engineering fields (automation, control, mechanical, electrical engineering) (beneficial)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must fully meet all local ABB employment requirements/processes for employment in Germany.