Ice Cream Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist / AI Expert

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled AI Expert to drive the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions. This role will translate business challenges into scalable digital solutions, enabling data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable AI/ML solutions addressing high-value use cases such as forecasting, optimization, predictive maintenance, and operational automation
• Identify and prioritize AI opportunities aligned with strategic business objectives and operational KPIs
• Translate business needs into robust data models, algorithms, and technical architectures
• Lead model lifecycle management: data exploration, site specific specialization, training, validation, and deployment
• Embed AI solutions into business workflows (dashboards, applications, automation pipelines) to ensure adoption and sustained impact
• Partner cross-functionally with Digital, Engineering, IT, and Operations teams to ensure seamless integration and execution
• Establish best practices in data quality, governance, and compliance
• Continuously monitor model performance and drive iterative improvements
• Stay at the forefront of AI innovation, bringing emerging technologies into practical, scalable use

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Proven experience in AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics roles
• Strong programming skills
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and statistical modeling
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data sources
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and data ecosystems
• Preferred experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing environments
• Preferred knowledge of AI use cases such as predictive maintenance, quality analytics, and process optimization
• Preferred experience with MLOps, automation frameworks, or deployment pipelines

Qualifications

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to act as a translator between business and technology teams
• Problem-solving and systems thinking to connect data, processes, and business outcomes
• Automation and digital transformation mindset with a focus on practical adoption
• Continuous learning and adaptability to keep pace with emerging AI technologies and best practices

Skills

• End-to-end thinking and ownership for results
• Collaboration and low-ego ways of working

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Medical, dental and (where applicable) vision coverage
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
• Health-related savings and spending accounts
• Retail savings programs with a competitive matching plan
• Additional employee perks (e.g., corporate discounts, commuter or learning support)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $88,600 to $133,000.

Schedule

Full-time - Permanent