Automation & AI Lead (f/m/div.)

Your contribution to something big

• The Automation & AI Lead drives complex automation and intelligent process solutions, acting as a strategic advisor for the digital transformation of HR. This role leads the design and implementation of advanced AI/ML technologies and robotic process automation, builds strategic roadmaps, pilots emerging technologies, and leads a technical team of automation specialists to ensure HR systems are scalable and future-ready.

Scope & Complexity

• Operates across highly complex, multi-country HR IT environments with significant strategic and operational impact.
• Acts as the senior functional authority and trusted advisor on automation, Generative AI, and intelligent workflows.
• Holds leadership responsibility for managing, mentoring, and developing a team of Automation Specialists and Developers.
• Has full responsibility for defining solution architecture, evaluating emerging technologies, and managing the end-to-end project lifecycle.
• Interfaces with senior stakeholders to translate ambiguous or conflicting business needs into clear, actionable technical roadmaps.
• Balances innovation, performance, cost-efficiency, and risk mitigation when integrating advanced AI capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and guide a team of Automation Specialists, handling resource planning, task allocation, and performance development.
• Lead the design and implementation of complex automation solutions, integrating advanced AI/ML technologies where applicable.
• Act as a strategic advisor, analyzing business needs, building consensus, and translating them into scalable technical solutions.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborate with international teams to identify automation opportunities and build strategic roadmaps.
• Evaluate and pilot emerging technologies (e.g., Generative AI, LLMs, voice-enabled assistants) to future-proof the HR IT ecosystem.
• Coordinate between Business Analysts, Developers, external partners, and your internal team, ensuring smooth collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify potential AI risks and pitfalls, and proactively implement mitigation strategies ensuring responsible and reliable AI usage.

What distinguishes you

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong experience in business process design, solution architecture, and leading complex automation/AI projects.
• Proven track record in people management, team leadership, and developing high-performing technical teams.
• Expertise with leading automation platforms (e.g., UiPath, Automation Anywhere) and strong foundation in AI concepts, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Python.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Analytical, structured, and proactive mindset with the ability to influence decision-making at executive levels.
• Fluent English (written and spoken, C1 level); German is an asset.

Work #LikeABosch means

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world

🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site

📚 Training opportunities

📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products

🏋️ Sports and health related activities

🚉 Great access to public transports

🅿️ Free parking lot

🍽️ Canteen

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!