Head of AI Predictions (m/f/d)

Head of AI Predictions (m/f/d)

Job ID:  26673
Company:  CARIAD SE
Location: 

Berlin, DE, 10587 Mönsheim, DE, 71297 Ingolstadt, DE, 85053 München, DE, 80807 Wolfsburg, DE, 38442

Department:  IT Software Development
Career Level:  Executives & Management
Working Model:  Part-time possible
Contract Type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  Jul 3, 2026

Head of AI Predictions (m/f/d)

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.

Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

AI Functions delivers the functional software that shapes the behavior of the system and directly influences how customers perceive the product. These include Driving, Parking, Active Safety, Display and InCabin.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Develop AI models for motion prediction of traffic participants that leverage large scale data 
  • Implement C++ postprocessing modules such as trajectory optimization and safety checks to enhance maneuver precision and safety
  • Drive the transition toward a fully AI-driven approach across all customer-facing ADAS functions, replacing traditional rule-based logic
  • Shape and support actively the transition towards the adtoption of AI technology and a modern software architectures while ensuring timely series delivery
  • Oversee the selection, curation, and validation of high-quality datasets for training, testing, and evaluation, ensuring robust and scalable model development
  • Ensure the quality of your teams work by tracking and influencing key performance indicators such as: Percentage of successfully solved scenarios, Kilometers per takeover and per violation, and non functional metrics related to ressources consumption or development speed and quality
  • Ensure performant deployment of AI prediction models on the embedded vehicle platform including quantization effects
  • Know the code of your team and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data flow and integration across the software stack and compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory standards

WHO YOU ARE

  • Strong proficiency in Python for AI model development and data science, ideally within the automotive or robotics domain
  • Proven experience in embedded C++ engineering for safety-critical systems
  • Deep understanding of object prediction, trajectory planning, and postprocessing techniques such as safety checks
  • Familiarity with all ADAS functions and  functional safety standards and experience implementing ASIL-compliant software architectures
  • A hands-on mentality - you actively seek to help shaping your team's architecture and understand your team’s codebase and can confidently navigate its structure
  • Well versed in state-of-the-art technologies and a willingness to challenge the status quo when necessary, including adopting emerging technologies like transformers, and generative AI approaches
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams with expertise in C++, AI/ML deployment, and data engineering
  • Strong analytical skills and a clear understanding of how to define, measure, and influence functional and non functional KPIs
  • Collaborative mindset and comfort working at the intersection of AI, software engineering, functional safety, and behavioral design
  • Passion for building robust and reliable systems that perform effectively under complex real-world conditions

At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at careers@cariad.technology - we are happy to support you.

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.

Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

AI Functions delivers the functional software that shapes the behavior of the system and directly influences how customers perceive the product. These include Driving, Parking, Active Safety, Display and InCabin.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Develop AI models for motion prediction of traffic participants that leverage large scale data 
  • Implement C++ postprocessing modules such as trajectory optimization and safety checks to enhance maneuver precision and safety
  • Drive the transition toward a fully AI-driven approach across all customer-facing ADAS functions, replacing traditional rule-based logic
  • Shape and support actively the transition towards the adtoption of AI technology and a modern software architectures while ensuring timely series delivery
  • Oversee the selection, curation, and validation of high-quality datasets for training, testing, and evaluation, ensuring robust and scalable model development
  • Ensure the quality of your teams work by tracking and influencing key performance indicators such as: Percentage of successfully solved scenarios, Kilometers per takeover and per violation, and non functional metrics related to ressources consumption or development speed and quality
  • Ensure performant deployment of AI prediction models on the embedded vehicle platform including quantization effects
  • Know the code of your team and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data flow and integration across the software stack and compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory standards

WHO YOU ARE

  • Strong proficiency in Python for AI model development and data science, ideally within the automotive or robotics domain
  • Proven experience in embedded C++ engineering for safety-critical systems
  • Deep understanding of object prediction, trajectory planning, and postprocessing techniques such as safety checks
  • Familiarity with all ADAS functions and  functional safety standards and experience implementing ASIL-compliant software architectures
  • A hands-on mentality - you actively seek to help shaping your team's architecture and understand your team’s codebase and can confidently navigate its structure
  • Well versed in state-of-the-art technologies and a willingness to challenge the status quo when necessary, including adopting emerging technologies like transformers, and generative AI approaches
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams with expertise in C++, AI/ML deployment, and data engineering
  • Strong analytical skills and a clear understanding of how to define, measure, and influence functional and non functional KPIs
  • Collaborative mindset and comfort working at the intersection of AI, software engineering, functional safety, and behavioral design
  • Passion for building robust and reliable systems that perform effectively under complex real-world conditions

At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at careers@cariad.technology - we are happy to support you.

Job ID:  26673
Company:  CARIAD SE
Location: 

Berlin, DE, 10587 Mönsheim, DE, 71297 Ingolstadt, DE, 85053 München, DE, 80807 Wolfsburg, DE, 38442

Department:  IT Software Development
Career Level:  Executives & Management
Working Model:  Part-time possible
Contract Type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  Jul 3, 2026

Why CARIAD?

We believe that how we work together is just as important as the technology we create. We strive to take action with a can-do attitude, and value speed over perfection. We aim to collaborate with mutual trust, taking accountability for our actions. We foster transparency and welcome diverse perspectives as we learn, adapt, and grow together

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