(Associate) Forward Deployed AI Engineer
Title: Forward Deployed AI Engineer
Job Category: Consulting
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Munich, Germany
Employment: Permanent
Degree: Bachelor / Master
Language: German & English
Join the cavalis team
At cavalis, we believe the next generation of consulting is hands-on, data-driven and powered by AI. We are looking for Forward Deployed AI Engineers who combine skills in data science, machine learning and process analytics to deliver measurable business impact.
In this role, you will work directly with our clients, from scoping challenges to building and deploying solutions in their environments. You will implement advanced analytics and AI use cases, and you will ensure that our clients unlock the full potential of their data and processes.
About us
cavalis is a boutique consultancy headquartered in Munich, founded by former Celonis leaders. Our mission is to build the Data Intelligence Factory of the future.
We are rooted in process mining excellence, but our vision goes further. We transform enterprise data into tangible outcomes by combining process expertise, data science and AI. Our founders have helped shape the process mining category, and today we are expanding this DNA into the broader field of Data Intelligence Consulting.
Why cavalis
- Be part of a growing consultancy where your work makes a visible difference
- Work on projects that span process mining, advanced analytics and AI/ML – sometimes combined, sometimes standalone
- Develop and deploy real solutions with SQL, Python and AI frameworks inside customer environments
- Work closely with clients, from operational teams to senior executives
- Grow continuously through trainings, certifications and mentorship in both consulting and technology
The role
As a Forward Deployed AI Engineer at cavalis you will bridge data, processes and business transformation.
- Work side by side with clients to understand their systems and challenges and co-develop solutions
- Build and deploy analytics, machine learning models and data-driven insights that solve real problems
- Design and implement AI-driven analyses and scalable solutions, including but not limited to process mining
- Prototype, validate and implement use cases with clear impact on business KPIs
- Present results and recommendations convincingly to technical and business stakeholders
What you will do
- Deliver advanced analytics, machine learning models and AI solutions that create measurable impact
- Build and maintain data pipelines, transformations and integrations tailored to client needs
- Rapidly prototype and iterate solutions with customer teams
- Present results in a clear and structured way to both technical and executive audiences
- Contribute to cavalis’ Data Intelligence Factory by building reusable, scalable solutions for our customers
Qualifications you need
- Excellent communication skills in German and English, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Strong data and AI skills: SQL, Python and common ML libraries (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch). Experience with LLM integration is a plus
- Familiarity with process mining platforms (ideally Celonis) or strong motivation to learn them
- Analytical mindset, structured approach and pragmatic problem-solving ability
- Excellent academic background in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Informatics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Economics or similar
- First relevant experience in data analytics, AI/ML or consulting is beneficial
Ready to shape the future of Data Intelligence?
If you want to work at the intersection of AI, data analytics and consulting – with process mining as part of our DNA – apply today and join cavalis in building the next chapter of data-driven transformation.
