About ZDF Sparks\n\nZDF Sparks, founded in 2024, is an agile team of data experts dedicated to developing AI solutions and algorithms for the media industry. We focus on consulting, designing, and implementing AI services, particularly in algorithms, machine learning, and data platforms for planning, communication, distribution, and personalization of data and audiovisual content.\n\nWe are the ideal place for curious, ambitious, and collaborative AI trendsetters excited about tackling new and evolving challenges. We thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and diverse team environment where everyone feels comfortable and can reach their full potential.\n\n## Your Role\n\nAs part of our AI Engineering team, you will be building end-to-end AI solutions, moving projects from initial Proof of Concept (POC) to stable production. This includes designing, implementing, and modernizing data systems and algorithms.\n\n### Key Responsibilities:\n\n* End-to-End AI Solutions: Design, implement, and modernize data systems and algorithms.\n* Data Craftsmanship: Work with structured and unstructured data, including preprocessing, augmentation, and visualization.\n* Model Innovation: Train and fine-tune models for text, image, audio, and video use cases.\n* Explainable AI: Utilize open-source algorithms to make complex AI logic understandable to stakeholders.\n* Rapid Prototyping: Use frameworks like Streamlit and LangChain to quickly develop and test ideas.\n\n## Your Profile\n\nWe are seeking a "builder" mindset with a passion for coding and a hunger for learning.\n\n### Qualifications:\n\n* Tech Literacy: Initial experience or strong interest in algorithm design and building Generative AI applications.\n* Core Skills: Proficiency in Python (pandas, NumPy), SQL, and data visualization. Comfortable working in Jupyter Notebooks.\n* AI Ecosystem: Basic knowledge of ML libraries (e.g., scikit-learn) and eagerness to learn LangChain, LLM orchestration, and vector databases.\n* Engineering Excellence: Value for clean code, collaborative development (Pull Requests, code reviews), and CI/CD automation.\n* Consultancy Mindset: Enjoy the fast-paced consulting environment and translating business problems into technical architectures.\n* Languages:\n * English: Excellent written and verbal communication skills (required).\n * German: Proficiency is a strong plus (nice-to-have).\n\n## Our Commitment To You\n\nZDF Sparks is a workplace for curious, ambitious, and collaborative AI trendsetters. We embrace diversity and thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional, and multicultural teams.\n\n### Benefits & Perks:\n\n* Hybrid Work Model: Supports personal flexibility and creativity, enabling a healthy work-life balance.\n* Flexible Working Hours: Accommodates personal circumstances.\n* Modern Office: Centrally located in Berlin with ergonomic workstations, spaces for collaboration, and quiet work areas.\n* Networking & Social: Lunches, talks, afterwork get-togethers, and regular team activities.\n* Professional Development: Opportunities for further education through workshops, hackathons, networking events, and a dedicated professional development budget (per employee) for conferences, certifications, or external courses.\n* Generous Vacation: 30 days of vacation (plus Christmas and New Year's Eve).\n* Deutschland-Jobticket: Fully covered public transport pass.\n\n## Our Values\n\n* Transparent: Clear, open communication within the team and with clients.\n* Fun: Enjoyable and fulfilling work environment with humor and a relaxed communication style.\n* Diverse: Strength derived from diverse perspectives and backgrounds, driving creativity and innovation.\n* Innovative: Continuous learning and pushing boundaries to deliver cutting-edge AI solutions.\n\n## Any Questions?\n\nContact: Nilofer Qayumi (Senior Technical Recruiter)\nEmail: career@zdf-sparks.com\n\nZDF Sparks is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.\n\nBenefits: Public Transport, Team Events
