Lead AI Software Developer (Python & Cloud) (All Genders)

Your Key Responsibilities

• Architecting, designing, and maintaining custom tools and middleware to facilitate robust integration between AI agents and company administrative systems
• Leading the development of APIs, connectors, and interfaces to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable communication between systems
• Designing, implementing, and testing sophisticated multi-agent workflows and adaptive decision logic for advanced business scenarios
• Overseeing and guiding other developers, providing mentorship, conducting code reviews, and establishing software development best practices across the team
• Identifying, addressing, and eliminating technical or operational roadblocks to ensure project progress and timely delivery
• Collaborating extensively with AI Prompt & Agent Engineers, Data Engineers, and other stakeholders to optimize system architectures and integration workflows for automation
• Optimizing prompts and fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs) for domain-specific applications, driving high performance and reliability
• Leading the development of scalable backend services, orchestrating integration across cloud platforms
• Coordinating complex API integrations with external AI platforms, internal AI platforms, and MCP servers to extend system functionality and support innovative solutions
• Advocating for and maintaining rigorous technical documentation and continuous process improvements
• Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within the development team and across the organization

Your Qualifications

• Completed studies in one of the following fields: Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or comparable qualifications with corresponding practical experience
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Software Engineering, including at least 5 years focused on backend development with Python in production environments
• Fluency in both English and Polish, with a minimum of B2 level proficiency
• Knowledge of German is a plus
• Demonstrated experience architecting, developing, and scaling production-grade applications in Python
• Hands-on experience with AI technology, such as AI Agents, RAG, MCP, including quality assurance of AI systems
• Proven experience working with managed cloud services (AWS or Azure), including AI services, storage and databases
• Experience with deployment of containerized applications in scalable cloud environments, e.g., Kubernetes
• Experience managing API integrations and coordinating with external AI platforms and internal systems
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in mentoring, guiding, and overseeing other developers to ensure code quality and project delivery
• Open to frequent international business travels (10% of the time)
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially in identifying, addressing, and eliminating roadblocks in projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively for cross-functional teamwork (data, workflow, platform)
• Proactive and eager to learn with an innovative and growth-oriented mindset; motivated to champion new technologies and best practices
• Advanced hands-on experience with frameworks for AI agent construction, such as LangChain and LangGraph, or similar is a plus
• Proven track record in designing and implementing complex multi-agent systems and adaptive decision logic is an advantage
• In-depth understanding of prompt engineering techniques and fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) for domain-specific tasks is considered an asset

Our Offer

• Be a part of a global company & international team with a diverse variety of backgrounds, skills and views.
• As part of our IT team, you will actively shape the technology and solutions used by Schaeffler
• Grow with us! Get access to training platforms, internal & external trainings, supporting experts and the real-life challenges, where you will put all your skills in practice.
• We work in a hybrid working model (or a fully remote in a special cases) with flexible working hours. Our modern office is located in the center of Wroclaw.
• We offer attractive benefits package, such as medical and dental care, sports card, life insurance for you and your family. We are also providing access to our Mental Comfort Program.
• Our Cafeteria Platform allows you to choose from various benefit options with points monthly added to your account. Haven’t found what you are looking for? Our concierge will be happy to help!
• Join our CSR activities, such as tree planting, riverside cleanup, or participate in other charity events.
• Spend some time with your work colleagues during integrational events such as mountain trekking, city games and workshops. You can join also one of our many Passion Clubs like Foodies, Sports Team and Language Clubs as well!