Fluidra is looking for an AI Architect to join our IT team in our HQ in Sant Cugat. If you are looking for a hand-on and strategic experience at the centre of the decision making in a leading company, you are in the right place!

What you will contribute

Reporting into the AI Director the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Architect is a key technical role responsible for defining, designing and governing Fluidra’s Artificial Intelligence architecture and technology vision.

This position represents the technical authority in AI, ensuring that AI solutions are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with Fluidra’s corporate IT strategy.

The role combines architectural leadership with hands-on technical expertise, playing a critical role in building AI capabilities from the ground up while collaborating closely with business, IT, data and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Architecture & Technology Vision
o Define the end-to-end AI architecture, AI platform requirements (cloud, on-prem, hybrid) and integration patterns.
o Establish architectural standards, best practices and design principles for AI solutions.
o Act as the technical authority and reference for AI-related technologies, platforms and frameworks.
o Ensure AI architecture is scalable, maintainable, secure and enterprise ready.

• Hands-on AI projects & Engineering
o Contribute hands-on to the design and development of AI solutions, especially in early or complex phases.
o Design, prototype and validate AI/ML and GenAI use cases, from proof of concept to production.
o Support the implementation of MLOps/ LLMOps practices, including deployment, monitoring and lifecycle management.
o Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems.

• Governance, Security & Responsible AI
o Define and enforce AI governance frameworks.
o Ensure compliance with security, privacy, GDPR and responsible AI principles.

• Stakeholder collaboration & Advisory
o Translate business needs into clear AI architectures and technical solutions.
o Advise stakeholders on AI feasibility and impact.
o Collaborate with external partners.

• Technical Leadership & Team enablement
o Provide technical leadership and guidance to AI Engineers and other technical profiles involved in AI initiatives.
o Act as a technical mentor and reference, supporting the growth and development of AI technical team capabilities.
o Lead technical reviews, architectural discussions and solution design sessions.
o Define and promote engineering standards, best practices and development guidelines for AI solutions.
o Contribute to building a strong AI engineering culture focused on quality and technical excellence.

• Technology & Market awareness
o Stay up to date with advancements in AI, GenAI, LLMs, RAG, Agentic AI, MLOps, LLMOps, cloud platforms and open-source ecosystems.
o Evaluate emerging technologies for Fluidra’s context.

Scope: Corporate-wide AI initiatives across commercial, manufacturing, supply chain, IoT and corporate functions.

What we seek

Education
• Master degree from an accredited institution, with degree preferred in Computer Science or Information Technology, or similar technological field (advanced degree preferred).
• Cloud & AI platform certifications (AWS, Microsoft or Google) appreciated

Experience
• Experience in Industrial / Manufacturing companies is appreciated
• Artificial Intelligence and software architecture, with a strong track record in designing, implementing and governing AI solutions in enterprise environments, and at least 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering with strong architecture background. At least 5 years of experience designing and deploying AI/ML systems in production.
• At least 1+ year of hands-on experience with Generative AI and AI agents, including LLM-based solutions in production.
• Experience in corporate or consulting environments.
• Experience integrating AI into complex IT landscapes.

Skills

• Strong software and system architecture mindset.
• Deep technical expertise and strategic thinking.
• Hands-on AI and software engineering capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Determination and proactivity, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to mentor and support the growth of AI Engineers and other AI team technical profiles, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Strong team player mindset, with the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams.
• Curiosity and learning mindset.

Languages
• English and Spanish at proficiency level
• German and or French desirable

What we offer
• Innovative, dynamic and friendly work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the leading company in it’s industry
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid work with 3 days at the office in Sant Cugat

About Fluidra

Fluidra, a multinational group listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, is the global leader in the pool and wellness industry. Founded in 1969, Fluidra has long-standing experience in developing innovative products and services in the global residential and commercial pool market. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP®, S.R. Smith®, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Del® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.