Lead Consultant Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | Leitung (m/w/d) KI/Data Science Consulting

Wirtschaftsbetriebe Duisburg - AöR

Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 14, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a leadership opportunity within a modern municipal economic enterprise, focusing on steering the organization's AI and Data Strategy. The successful candidate will provide technical and organizational leadership for a growing team of 7 professionals, managing resource allocation and personnel development. Day-to-day responsibilities include the strategic advancement of the team in AI, data-driven solutions, and the execution of complex IT, data, and AI projects, including feasibility and profitability analyses. A key component of the role is translating complex technical matters into clear decision-making documents for management. This position requires a strong technical understanding, strategic thinking, and experience applying both agile and classical project management methodologies to drive cross-organizational digital transformation initiatives. The role offers diverse tasks and extensive individual development opportunities within a supportive public sector environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor/Master/Diploma) with expertise in AI, Data Science, Software Development, Digital Transformation, or Project Management

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in leading or steering complex projects in AI, Data, IT, or Digitalization
  • Experience in leading organizational units (ideally)
  • Experience in implementing cross-organizational IT and AI projects

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Full-time position (39 hours/week); Applicants must be eligible to work for a municipal public sector employer (TVöD-VKA salary structure); Commitment to equality, occupational health and safety, data protection, and anti-corruption measures.