Job Specifications
Position Description
We are looking for a high-potential, fast-rising AI leader to build and drive one of our AI teams. This role is ideal for someone early in their leadership journey who has already demonstrated exceptional technical ability, rapid learning, and strong ownership.
You will lead a dynamic environment where experimentation, innovation, and rapid delivery are the norm.
Your role in our team
Lead AI Projects with Impact
Leadership & Ownership
Take full ownership of building and structuring the AI team from the ground up.
Build and lead a small, high-energy multidisciplinary team (data scientists, engineers, architects).
Drive a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning.
Work and in hand with other AI teams.
Innovation & Delivery
Design and build prototypes, MVPs, and applied AI solutions.
Explore emerging technologies (GenAI, ML, RAG, MLOps, causal AI, knowledge graphs).
Create reusable assets and accelerators to scale AI adoption.
Client Engagement & Growth
Engage with clients to understand challenges and translate them into AI use cases.
Support proposals, workshops, and co-creation sessions.
Help develop new AI service offerings and contribute directly to growth.
Thought Leadership & Visibility
Showcase team results through demos, presentations, and innovation events.
Represent the team internally and externally as a rising AI expert.
Build a strong internal community around AI and emerging tech
How You Strengthen Our Team
Mindset & Personal Traits
Ambitious, proactive, and eager to take on leadership responsibilities early.
Passionate about innovation and emerging AI technologies.
Fast learner, curious, thrives in environments that move quickly.
Comfortable taking initiative and working autonomously.
Strong communication and client-facing abilities.
Skills
Solid hands-on experience in AI/ML, data engineering, or ML engineering.
Ability to build prototypes and experiment rapidly.
Good understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
Able to apply Agile principles to prioritize work, coordinate a small cross-functional team, and drive rapid iteration toward MVPs and prototypes
Strong problem-solving and solution-design skills.
Experience Level
Typically suitable for professionals with 4–6 years of experience in AI, ML, or software engineering who have already demonstrated standout potential.
Previous exposure to leading small initiatives, mentoring peers, or driving technical decisions is a plus.
Education
Master’s in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Engineering, or related fields.
Additional certifications or AI specializations are a plus.
A pre-employment screening is part of the application process
Why CGI?
CGI is one of the world's largest IT consultancy companies. Our people keep Belgium running. Government institutions, banks, infrastructure organization's, energy and utilities, manufacturing and life sciences companies are CGI's clients . We work on interesting projects that touch the everyday lives of millions of people. We have a regional presence, reinforced with global domain expertise, our ecosystem and colleagues spread across the globe.
We are proud of the impactful projects we make a success together with our colleagues.
At CGI, we value diversity and inclusion as it not only promotes collaboration, but also often leads to better results. We look forward to your contribution to our team!
Working in small self-managing teams consisting of experts in your field.
Directing your own career with the space to keep developing yourself.
You work with the latest technologies.
An excellent salary and attractive fringe benefits
An immediate permanent contract
And the opportunity to become a CGI shareholder
Join our team of experts and apply now!
Questions about the position? Ask them to Emmanuel Boucquey, VP Energy & Utilities, via emmanuel.boucquey@cgi.com.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact recruiter Fabienne Philips fabienne.philips@cgi.com.
We do not collaborate with external recruitment agencies. Therefore, unsolicited acquisition is not appreciated.
Your future duties and responsibilities
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be
About the Company
Insights you can act on.
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. We are insights-driven and outcomes-based to help accelerate returns on your investments. Across 21 industries in 400 locations worldwide, we provide comprehensive, scalable and sustainable IT and business consulting services that are informed globally and delivered locally.
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