MLOps Engineering Manager

Our client, a leading Silicon Valley company specialising in Vertical AI SaaS solutions, collaborates with top firms worldwide in industries such as accounting, consulting, investment banking, legal, private capital, and real assets. They’re looking for an experienced MLOps Engineering Manager to join their new Research & Development centre in Lisbon. In this role, you’ll lead the development and growth of a new MLOps team, building it from the ground up. You’ll define the MLOps vision, strategy, and execution while driving AI/ML success across the organisation and collaborating closely with data science, engineering, and product teams.

Key Responsibilities
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing MLOps team: Attract and retain top talent to ensure a strong, capable team.
• Define and implement the MLOps strategy and roadmap: Align with business objectives and AI/ML initiatives to drive success.
• Establish KPIs: Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of the MLOps function.
• Design and maintain a scalable MLOps platform: Build a reliable, secure platform leveraging cloud technologies.
• Optimise costs and performance: Ensure infrastructure efficiency while balancing cost and performance.

What You Bring
• MLOps Leadership Experience: Proven track record of building and scaling high-performing MLOps teams.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of MLOps principles, including CI/CD for ML models, data versioning, model monitoring, and experimentation tracking.
• Hands-On Experience: Proficient with Kubernetes, Docker, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge: Strong foundation in data engineering, machine learning, and software engineering best practices.
• Communication & Leadership Skills: Excellent collaboration, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to tackle complex challenges effectively.

Why Apply Now?
With over 20 years of expertise, our client is a global leader in Vertical AI SaaS solutions, revolutionising how top firms across industries operate. They offer more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a company that values accountability, collaboration, and growth in a truly diverse and inclusive culture. They provide a flexible, connected work environment that prioritises both work-life balance and career development, making it the perfect place to thrive professionally and personally.

Open to receiving applicants from outside of Portugal and offering a comprehensive relocation package along with immigration/administrative support.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Send your CV to ari.kilab@robertwalters.com