Who We AreVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.Who We AreVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFutureAbout This RoleWe are seeking an experienced AI Models Lead to serve as the scientific and deep technology anchor of the AI Tower. This role is responsible for developing, fine-tuning, training, validating and governing advanced AI and machine learning models, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Small Language Models (SLMs) and predictive models. The successful candidate will lead high-value experimentation and pilot delivery, providing deep technical leadership across model engineering, data science, vendor strategy and AI innovation while working closely with product and platform teams to enable scalable solutions.What You’ll DoLead the strategy for model selection, fine-tuning and training using approaches such as PEFT and LoRA on proprietary telecommunications dataDeliver high-complexity proof of concepts and pilot programmes for emerging AI use cases and support successful transition into production environmentsProvide leadership and subject matter expertise across data science, statistical modelling, machine learning and AI algorithmsDefine and oversee model governance frameworks, including model drift monitoring, hallucination measurement, performance evaluation and accuracy trackingEvaluate and recommend the optimal mix of proprietary, open-source and vendor-based AI models, including solutions from Microsoft, Google, OpenAI and MistralCollaborate with platform engineering teams to ensure models are deployable, scalable and operationally effectiveLead distributed teams of machine learning engineers, data scientists and researchers across a complex multinational environmentManage model training compute budgets, including GPU utilisation and research and development investmentsDrive continuous innovation by evaluating emerging developments in AI, model optimisation, quantisation and related technologiesDeliver measurable outcomes including pilot-to-production conversion, model performance improvements, faster delivery cycles and accelerated time to marketWho You AreDegree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related disciplineDeep expertise in Data Science, Machine Learning and Deep Learning, including Transformer architecturesExpert proficiency in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow and the Hugging Face ecosystemExperience with Vertex AI Model Garden and custom model training pipelinesStrong understanding of model fine-tuning techniques such as PEFT and LoRADemonstrated ability to translate complex business challenges into data science and machine learning solutionsExperience leading highly skilled technical teams within agile and matrix-based organisationsProven track record of delivering AI and machine learning initiatives across global and distributed teamsExperience building collaborative relationships with technology partners and vendorsKnowledge of model monitoring, governance, validation and performance optimisation practicesPublished research or a proven record of delivering complex machine learning systems would be advantageousWhat's In It For YouOpportunity to shape AI model strategy and innovation within a global telecommunications environmentExposure to advanced AI technologies, large-scale datasets and cutting-edge machine learning researchAbility to influence enterprise AI product development from experimentation through to productionCollaboration with global technology teams, product organisations and strategic industry partnersLeadership responsibility across specialised teams of machine learning engineers, researchers and data scientistsOpportunity to drive meaningful business impact through pioneering AI solutionsWhat Skills You Will LearnAdvanced AI model lifecycle management and governanceVendor and multi-model strategy across open-source and commercial AI ecosystemsLarge-scale AI solution delivery within an enterprise environmentAI platform integration and production readiness practicesStrategic management of AI infrastructure, compute resources and research investmentsCross-functional leadership across product, engineering and data science domainsVOIS Equal Opportunity Employer CommitmentVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.#JDEnhancedByTARAFollow us on social mediaLinkedIn: can also chat with our employees to learn more about our projects:
AI Models Manager in London employer: VOIS
Vodafone is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in London, Paddington, where innovation and continuous improvement are at the forefront of our mission. As a Principal AI Platform Engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to shape high-impact platform transformations while working with cutting-edge AI technologies, all within a culture that values diversity and supports employee growth through mentorship and cross-functional leadership. Join us to influence strategic decisions and enhance developer productivity in a role that promises both meaningful challenges and rewarding experiences.
