Who We AreFounded in 2017, Unit8 is a fast-growing European AI and data analytics consulting and services company dedicated to solving complex problems of traditional industries like automotive, chemical, financial services, manufacturing and pharma. We work with some of the biggest organisations in Europe to solve the challenges that directly affect their business - be it operations, finance, manufacturing or R&D. Since our foundation, we have successfully delivered more than 350 projects and have grown to 170+ talented individuals across 9 office locations in Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, US, and Middle East.Our misssionUnit8’s mission is to drive the adoption of AI and Data Science in the non-digital industries and to help accelerate their digital transformation. Among its activities, Unit8 dedicates a part of its resources and time to projects that deeply matter to us, which includes collaboration on pro-bono and “engineering for good” causes.Are You the team member we are looking for?Unit8 is looking for a Senior Consultant to join our growing Data & AI Consulting Practice in Zurich. Purpose of our Practice is to support our data scientists and data engineers with a holistic data & AI related consulting offering, ranging from technical/ operational to conceptual/ strategic. You will have the opportunity to accompany the implementation of state-of-the-art ML models and data science technologies in real-world, highly impactful challenges. You will drive the the whole lifecycle from business development to project implementation and client relationship building. You will become a core team member and take responsibility for scaling up the consulting practice within a fast-growing AI & Advanced Analytics services provider.What You’ll DoYour role can evolve and will depend on our clients’ and internal challenges. In general, you will:consult our clients on their path to become a data-driven company, e.g. by assessing the client’s data and machine learning maturity or identifying data-driven use cases and a defining an impactful implementation roadmapinteract with our clients to understand their data-related challenges and related tech and business questions they need to answercollaborate with our data scientists, data engineers and IT architects on the implementation of impactful data-based solutions and machine learning use casesconsult on the implementation of critical enablers like data governance, model governance, MLOps or analytics centres of excellenceinteract directly with the head of our Data & AI Consulting practice as part of a small, high-performing team to co-develop the growth strategy and concepts for new data & AI consulting offeringscontribute to our business development in preparing and participating in industry conferences, workshops and client sales meetingssupport the creation of white papers and industry thought leadership on data science & AI-related topics RequirementsYou areequipped with 5-10 years of work experience in a leading management consultancy at the intersection of business & technology or an equivalent experience in a corporate environmentexperienced in advising clients on data-based topics such as (advanced) analytics, machine learning, data platforms and cloudable to quickly identify and prioritise business challenges and provide innovative and relevant solutions, either during an ongoing client project or in business development activitiestalented in building lasting relationships to clients and team membersa Bachelor’s or Master’s graduate in IT/ computer science, engineering, business, mathematics or natural sciencesfluent in English and German.BenefitsWhat We OfferOpportunity to contribute to the growth of one of the leading Swiss data & AI consultanciesWork on cutting-edge data & AI topicsOption to partially work from homeFlexible working hoursCross-office/ company-wide frequent events like off-sitesDedicated budget for trainingWhy Unit8?At Unit8, we don’t just turn data into value – we empower the people who make it possible. If you are looking for a place where you can take ownership, your next chapter starts here.Trust from Day One: We rely on your expertise. Trust is the core of our culture.Meaningful Work: You drive things that matter and make others' projects easier through your work.Passion-Led Projects: We provide the environment where you can pursue your passion alongside top talent. If you are excited about the future, you belong with us.Please submit your application materials exclusively in English.We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, personality, national origin, race, religion, skin color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Who We Are
Founded in 2017, Unit8 is a fast-growing European AI and data analytics consulting and services company dedicated to solving complex problems of traditional industries like automotive, chemical, financial services, manufacturing and pharma. We work with some of the biggest organisations in Europe to solve the challenges that directly affect their business - be it operations, finance, manufacturing or R&D. Since our foundation, we have successfully delivered more than 350 projects and have grown to 170+ talented individuals across 9 office locations in Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, US, and Middle East.
Our misssion
Unit8’s mission is to drive the adoption of AI and Data Science in the non-digital industries and to help accelerate their digital transformation. Among its activities, Unit8 dedicates a part of its resources and time to projects that deeply matter to us, which includes collaboration on pro-bono and “engineering for good” causes.
Are You the team member we are looking for?
Unit8 is looking for a Senior Consultant to join our growing Data & AI Consulting Practice in Zurich. Purpose of our Practice is to support our data scientists and data engineers with a holistic data & AI related consulting offering, ranging from technical/ operational to conceptual/ strategic. You will have the opportunity to accompany the implementation of state-of-the-art ML models and data science technologies in real-world, highly impactful challenges. You will drive the the whole lifecycle from business development to project implementation and client relationship building. You will become a core team member and take responsibility for scaling up the consulting practice within a fast-growing AI & Advanced Analytics services provider.
What You’ll Do
Your role can evolve and will depend on our clients’ and internal challenges.
In general, you will:
- consult our clients on their path to become a data-driven company, e.g. by assessing the client’s data and machine learning maturity or identifying data-driven use cases and a defining an impactful implementation roadmap
- interact with our clients to understand their data-related challenges and related tech and business questions they need to answer
- collaborate with our data scientists, data engineers and IT architects on the implementation of impactful data-based solutions and machine learning use cases
- consult on the implementation of critical enablers like data governance, model governance, MLOps or analytics centres of excellence
- interact directly with the head of our Data & AI Consulting practice as part of a small, high-performing team to co-develop the growth strategy and concepts for new data & AI consulting offerings
- contribute to our business development in preparing and participating in industry conferences, workshops and client sales meetings
- support the creation of white papers and industry thought leadership on data science & AI-related topics
Requirements
You are
- equipped with 5-10 years of work experience in a leading management consultancy at the intersection of business & technology or an equivalent experience in a corporate environment
- experienced in advising clients on data-based topics such as (advanced) analytics, machine learning, data platforms and cloud
- able to quickly identify and prioritise business challenges and provide innovative and relevant solutions, either during an ongoing client project or in business development activities
- talented in building lasting relationships to clients and team members
- a Bachelor’s or Master’s graduate in IT/ computer science, engineering, business, mathematics or natural sciences
- fluent in English and German.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Opportunity to contribute to the growth of one of the leading Swiss data & AI consultancies
- Work on cutting-edge data & AI topics
- Option to partially work from home
- Flexible working hours
- Cross-office/ company-wide frequent events like off-sites
- Dedicated budget for training
Why Unit8?
At Unit8, we don’t just turn data into value – we empower the people who make it possible. If you are looking for a place where you can take ownership, your next chapter starts here.
- Trust from Day One: We rely on your expertise. Trust is the core of our culture.
- Meaningful Work: You drive things that matter and make others' projects easier through your work.
- Passion-Led Projects: We provide the environment where you can pursue your passion alongside top talent. If you are excited about the future, you belong with us.
Please submit your application materials exclusively in English.
We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, personality, national origin, race, religion, skin color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Unit8 - We're a team of engineers, data scientists and executives who have helped the world's largest companies solve their AI and Big Data challenges. Based in Switzerland, but training around the world, we bring decades of combined industry experience in artificial intelligence, consulting data science, software engineering and system architecture. Unit8 operates under a set of simple, yet powerful beliefs. We value purpose and profit equally; we always put our customers first; and we emphasize the team over the individual. Our team is comprised of world-class experts in ML and Software Engineering who previously worked for silicon companies like Google, Amazon, Palantir or Microsoft. Join us now and let's rethink the digital services from the ground up! Together!Get to know us more Read about our Big Data and AI stories
Unit8 - We're a team of engineers, data scientists and executives who have helped the world's largest companies solve their AI and Big Data challenges. Based in Switzerland, but training around the world, we bring decades of combined industry experience in artificial intelligence, consulting data science, software engineering and system architecture. Unit8 operates under a set of simple, yet powerful beliefs. We value purpose and profit equally; we always put our customers first; and we emphasize the team over the individual.
Our team is comprised of world-class experts in ML and Software Engineering who previously worked for silicon companies like Google, Amazon, Palantir or Microsoft.
Join us now and let's rethink the digital services from the ground up! Together!
Get to know us more
Read about our Big Data and AI stories
