Job Description
💼 Role Overview
We are seeking an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking Senior Research Scientist AI, Data and Agent to lead transformative research initiatives from conception to real-world impact. In this role, you'll bridge cutting-edge academic research with practical industry solutions, turning exploratory ideas into measurable business value for our customers. You'll spearhead research initiatives in Data- and AI-driven Innovation across diverse domains—including Sustainability, Production IT, and Robotics—leveraging advanced technologies such as AI agents, knowledge-based systems, and machine learning to solve complex industrial challenges. This is your chance to create meaningful, lasting impact.
🎯 What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Lead multidisciplinary research projects from initial concept through deployment and customer handoff, owning outcomes at every stage.
- Embrace an entrepreneurial, agile approach by rapidly prototyping solutions, validating core assumptions, and iterating strategically to maximize research impact and business value.
- Act as the technical authority, guiding stakeholder engagement and ensuring strong alignment between customer objectives and project delivery.
- Engineer scalable, data-driven solutions by selecting and applying the most effective methodologies to address real-world customer challenges.
- Uphold technical excellence by balancing rigorous scientific standards with enterprise-grade software engineering practices.
- Formulate compelling research hypotheses, translate complex business needs into clear technical roadmaps, and communicate innovative solutions persuasively to leadership and clients.
- Remain at the forefront of innovation by actively tracking emerging developments in AI, data science, and adjacent technical fields to uncover new opportunities.
- Partner across cross-functional teams while distilling sophisticated scientific concepts into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
👤 What We're Looking For (Qualifications & Skills)
Core Qualifications
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or related Engineering field.
- Demonstrated experience in research and development or academic research environments.
- Proven track record of translating research concepts into working prototypes and functional solutions.
- Strong knowledge of current AI agent architectures, data-intensive systems, knowledge management approaches (such as knowledge graphs), and software design principles.
- Genuine enthusiasm for innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset and drive to create impact.
- Strong communication abilities—both written and verbal—to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and customers.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive both as an independent contributor and collaborative team member in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or related Engineering discipline.
- Published research or papers presented at leading conferences in AI, data science, or related fields.
- Experience leading technical teams or managing research initiatives from conception through execution.
- Background in Sustainability, Production IT, Robotics, or similar industrial application domains.
- Experience architecting scalable software systems and designing robust technical solutions.
- Track record of successfully delivering end-to-end research projects from initial planning through customer deployment.
- Background in startup environments, product development, or commercializing research innovations.
💎 What’s In It for You
We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. At Bosch, you’ll benefit from:
- 🕰️ Flexible working hours
- 🧠 Continuous learning
- 💼 Career mobility across functions and regions
- 🧘♀️ Well-being support and employee assistance programs
- 💸 Attractive compensation including bonus schemes and insurance
- 🤝 Inclusive culture built on respect, collaboration, and empowerment
📅 Next Steps
Our recruitment process typically includes:
- Application screening
- Interview(s) with Hiring Manager, Business Leaders and HR
- Business case or technical assessment (where relevant)
Ready to grow your career with Bosch? 🚀 Apply Now!