AI Centre of Excellence Lead (m/f/d)
FlixBus · Lisbon, Portugal · 3d ago
At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.
At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.
As an AI Hub Project Lead in our Commercial Intelligence team at Flix, you can make an impact by driving AI-first transformation across the organization — leading high-impact initiatives that sit at the intersection of technical depth and organizational influence. You will work closely with a dedicated team across Data Science, Engineering, Marketing, and senior leadership to ensure our AI investments translate into measurable business outcomes at scale.
About the Role
- Own the end-to-end delivery of AI initiatives across the Commercial Intelligence organization: from scoping and prioritization through to production and adoption, defining clear success criteria and ensuring projects land on time with measurable impact
- Evangelize an AI-first culture within CI and across the wider organization — running workshops, sharing best practices, and building internal communities of practice that make AI tools and methods accessible to everyone
- Proactively identify, pilot, and scale AI use cases across CI and the broader organization, evaluating emerging AI tools and platforms and partnering with engineers and data scientists to turn proof-of-concepts into production-grade capabilities
- Manage cross-functional stakeholders — both technical and non-technical — aligning diverse teams and removing blockers to accelerate AI adoption across the business
- Translate complex AI concepts into clear, compelling narratives for senior leadership, marketing, and finance, making the technical accessible without oversimplifying
- Ensure the quality and rigour of attribution and measurement frameworks, acting as the connective tissue between technical teams building AI capabilities and the broader organization adopting them
About You
- Holds a Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field — or equivalent practical experience
- Brings 5+ years of experience in data science, AI/ML, or analytical roles, with a demonstrated track record of leading complex, cross-functional AI projects from conception to delivery
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver results in a fast-moving environment
- Strong working knowledge of modern AI and ML methods, tooling, and best practices, with hands-on experience in Python and the broader data/AI ecosystem — including cloud platforms, MLOps, LLMs, and experimentation frameworks
- Genuinely passionate about AI and its potential to reshape how organizations work — you experiment constantly, share learnings generously, and bring others along on the journey
- Experience with causal inference or econometric methods, a background in digital marketing or growth analytics, or familiarity with vendor evaluation and AI governance frameworks is a plus
We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
- Work from (M)Anywhere: Depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
- Hybrid work model: We are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life.
- Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members.
- Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills.
- Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career.
To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career
Why Join Flix?
At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.
If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you!