AI Data Apps Lead

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We’re looking for an innovative and passionate AI Data Apps Lead to join our Data Engineering team and take ownership of our growing suite of AI-powered data applications .

This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of AI-assisted development ("vibe coding") as we continue expanding our portfolio of AI-built apps. You’ll shape the technical architecture, manage cloud deployment, lead projects and help bring non-AI-native teams up to speed on modern AI workflows.

If you’re passionate about AI, excited about building real applications, and interested in developing into a future engineering leader, this role was made for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and design the technical architecture, deployment, and lifecycle of our AI-built data applications
• Use AI-assisted development ("vibe coding") to accelerate prototyping and delivery, champion AI-assisted development methodologies across the team
• Architect and manage cloud-based data infrastructure (Azure, Databricks, etc.)
• Oversee code management practices, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies
• Ensure data platform scalability, reliability, and security
• Guide and upskill internal teams that are not yet familiar with AI tools

Your Profile

• 7+ years in data engineering, data platforms, or application development
• Experience with vibe coding and AI coding assistants (Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.), knowledge of LLMs, prompt engineering, and rapid AI prototyping
• Familiarity with backend development and API integrations
• Experience being in a technical leadership or mentorship role
• Hands-on experience delivering applications from concept to production
• Portfolio of AI-built or AI-enhanced projects (including personal pet projects)

What We Offer

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of opportunities for both your professional and personal development. Our data and analytics capabilities are central to delivering exceptional products and experiences to our customers worldwide.

• A hands-on role shaping the next generation of AI-powered applications
• Significant growth potential toward future leadership roles
• 30 days of annual leave, Urban Sports Club, public transportation ticket, development budget and other perks

To Apply : Please submit your resume, and portfolio demonstrating AI-developed products or vibe coding projects. #LI-NB1

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.