Applied AI Engineer

Company Description

Publicis Groupe, the world's second largest communications group, is a solutions platform that is present in more than 100 countries and has more than 98,000 employees. With a unique work philosophy, The Power of One puts clients at the center by promoting the growth of their business through creative agencies (Publicis, Leo Burnett, Publicis Health), media (Zenith, Starcom, Spark and Performics), and areas of transversal knowledge.

Publicis Groupe links Creativity, Technology and Data offering a value proposition that effectively connects brand and consumer.

Overview

We are looking for a problem-solving, adaptable, and collaborative profile who can bridge business needs and technical implementation. Someone comfortable working across different teams and stakeholders, translating requirements into practical technical solutions, and leading AI and data-driven initiatives from concept to proof of concept.

The ideal candidate is curious, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to adapt to fast-paced environments and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Technical Requirements Definition: Translate client and internal business requirements into detailed technical specifications aligned with strategic objectives.

• Data & Modeling Alignment: Collaborate with data strategy teams to define data modeling needs and identify new data assets required for solutions.

• Prototype Development: Lead cross-functional teams in developing AI-based and data-driven proofs of concept for current and prospective clients.

• Production Feasibility: Work with product and engineering teams to ensure POC solutions are technically consistent with and feasible for full production deployment.

• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment on solution objectives.

Key Competencies

• Solution Communication: Clearly communicate technical solutions, trade-offs, and progress to both business and technical stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop creative and practical solutions.

• Team player, able to collaborate effectively across different departments and stakeholders.

• Highly adaptable, comfortable working in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.

• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn, with the ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments.

• Ability to translate business needs into technical specifications.

• Strong project management and leadership skills.

• Effective communication skills, particularly when explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or another technical field.

• 3-4 years of relevant experience within marketing and media agencies or adjacent environments, including AdTech/MarTech companies, consultancies, or client-side marketing organizations.

• Strong technical background with proven ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

• Familiarity with AI-based and data-driven technologies.

Additional Information

Why join us? Because we offer reasons such as:

• Flexible Benefits (Coverflex): Enjoy more than just work with flexible compensation including meal vouchers, health insurance, transportation, and more.
• Growth Opportunities: You can advance in your career not only through the experience of working with major clients but also by accessing local and global training programs specialized according to your role, covering both technical and soft skills.
• Free Online Training: You can access unlimited courses from LinkedIn Learning and Udemy Catalogs through our artificial intelligence platform "Marcel".
• Partner Certifications: You'll have the opportunity to obtain certifications from industry giants such as Meta, Google, or Amazon.
• Work from anywhere: Telecommute up to 6 weeks from over 100 countries with our #WorkYourWorld program.
• Attractive holidays package including your birthday & Advertising Day off plus some additional days off. Rest is also important!
• Well-being: We prioritize the well-being of our staff and organize various health initiatives such as daily meditation or yoga among others.

Employee benefits are an integral part of the company’s annual compensation package. These benefits are subject to the company’s current policies and guidelines and may be modified, updated, or adjusted at the company’s discretion to reflect organizational needs, regulatory requirements, or business conditions.

We are certified as a Great Place to Work, your happiness and providing you with an outstanding experience means a lot to us, let's enjoy!

Here at Publicis Groupe, we are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background: we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any individual´s status in any group or class protected by law.

If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you.

All employees are committed to complying with obligations regarding Information Security and Technologies, obligations related to the use of Artificial Intelligence, obligations stemming from the Quality and Environmental Management System, as well as obligations derived from the Integrity Management System, Corruption Prevention, and the Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy. Furthermore, all employees are required to complete mandatory training courses, declarations, and compliance commitments in these areas.