Director of AI (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Leipzig, Berlin

Your mission

As the Director of AI (f/m/d) at nextbike, you will be the primary architect of our future. Reporting directly to the CEO, you are here to transform how we operate as an organization.

At nextbike, we treat AI as change management from day one. Our ambition is clear: we want AI to be the foundation of our operating model, driving a reliable, efficient and tailored service for our partners and users.

Your mission is to move AI from "experimental" to "operational," and ensure it is fully embedded into our operating model. You will lead the core AI group and hold the keys to the company’s AI transformation budget, driving adoption from the warehouse floor to the customer app.

Strategic Vision: Define and evolve nextbike’s AI roadmap. Identify where AI creates a competitive advantage—whether in Operations, User experience, or back-office functions.
Budget & ROI Ownership: Lead the AI Core Group and manage the centralized AI transformation budget. You will lead "Build vs. Buy vs. Partner" evaluations and be strictly accountable for the ROI and measurable impact of all AI initiatives.
Operational Value Creation: Identify, prioritize, and drive "value-centric" AI use cases across all departments to deliver projects that reduce OPEX or drive revenue.
Organizational Transformation & Change Management: Act as the primary catalyst for nextbike’s evolution into an "AI-first" organization.
Empowerment & AI Literacy: Design enablement programs to build AI literacy across the entire company. You are responsible for ensuring employees at all levels have the skills and mindset to integrate AI into their daily workflows.
Market Intelligence & Scouting: Serve as the internal sensor for the latest trends in GenAI, LLMs, Computer Vision, and Predictive Analytics. You will scout for external partners, startups, and vendors that can accelerate our roadmap.
Ethical & Regulatory Governance: Establish a framework for "Responsible AI," ensuring our data usage complies with EU regulations (including the AI Act) and aligns with nextbike’s commitment to social and ecological responsibility.

Your profile

Extensive Experience: in technology leadership, with at least strong background in AI/Machine Learning strategy and implementation. Proven track record of delivering business results.
Technical Depth: While this is a strategic role, you must "speak the language." You should have a deep understanding of the market, tools, applications and products.
Business Acumen: Experience in high-growth tech, mobility, or logisticsis a plus. You understand how to build a business case and move the needle on KPIs like Cost per Rental or Fleet Availability.
Leadership Style: A "Pragmatic Builder" mindset. You can navigate a mid-sized organization, manage (senior) stakeholders and mentor AI champions.

Benefits

Make an impact: Work on projects that have a real impact – for you and those around you.
Work-life balance: Enjoy flexibility and culture: Work hybrid with focus time in the FlexOffice and at least two days of co-working at HQ. Fancy a change of scenery? Take up to 4 weeks of workation per year in another EU country.
Time to recharge: 30 days of holiday for your well-deserved rest. For a longer break, we offer the option of a sabbatical.
Cash on top: Your monthly SpenditCard for that extra boost when shopping.
VIP shopping: Exclusive deals and discounts on various brands through our corporate benefits network.
Body & Mind: We invest in your well-being (workshops, health checks & more).
Team spirit: We embrace flat hierarchies and a culture where every voice counts.
Global vibes: Work with colleagues from all over the world.
Nextbike for free: Grab a bike and stay flexible.

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About us

nextbike is the market leader in bike sharing and a long-standing partner for public transport operators and municipalities across Europe. With over 20 years of experience and over 300 locations in more than 20 countries, we create mobility services designed for everyone. Our mission is to sustainably move people as an integrated part of public transportation. We dedicate ourselves to this every day - with passion, enthusiasm, and authenticity. Our team of over 500 employees is continuously growing to achieve our international expansion goals.

We actively promote diversity and equal opportunities — everyone is welcome here. Great things can only be achieved together, which is why we treat one another as equals, with respect and appreciation, regardless of gender, background, position, or perspective. More important to us than your résumé are your skills, your personality, and your willingness to take on responsibility.

We look forward to receiving your application and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable and can realize their full potential. If you’d like to be part of a company that is actively shaping the future of mobility in Europe, apply now and bring in your ideas and expertise!

Get a first impression of your future colleagues on our careers page:
nextbike.net/en/career/

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