Hesse Ministry of Finance
Your opportunity: Help shape the future, learn, and network!
In this varied and responsible role, you will actively help shape the future of AI within the Hesse Ministry of Finance. You will define target architectures and technical standards for the integration of AI and ensure seamless integration into existing business processes—from conception to implementation. Join an innovative team that is establishing AI as a driver of efficiency, citizen-centricity, and digital sovereignty.
AI Architect (m/f/d)
Your responsibilities:
* Architecture & Integration: You design scalable, modular AI architectures and derive technical requirements for integration based on the analysis of complex IT systems.
* Sovereignty & Standards: You define technical standards and interfaces for the vendor-neutral, sovereign integration of AI tools in various IT environments.
* Technical Management & Governance: You will work closely with architecture boards, data protection teams, and business departments, and manage external service providers and cloud providers.
* Innovation & Communication: You stay on top of AI developments, evaluate and integrate new AI solutions, and present technical content in a way that is understandable and tailored to the target audience.
What you bring to the table:
A successfully completed academic degree (university diploma or master’s degree) in computer science, business informatics, data science, mathematics, physics, or a comparable qualification that enables you to perform the relevant duties.
* At least two years of relevant professional experience in the following areas:
o Design/implementation of scalable, modular AI architectures and derivation of technical integration requirements
o Definition of technical standards and interfaces for vendor-neutral, sovereign AI tool integration
* Knowledge in the following areas, as evidenced by employment references:
o Generative and classical AI applications as well as hardware architectures
o Sovereign cloud architectures, containerization, and data management
* Team and leadership orientation: Enjoyment of providing technical leadership to interdisciplinary teams as well as managing and supporting cross-departmental coordination and project processes.
* Diversity competence – valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive work environment.
* Excellent German language skills (spoken & written).
What we offer you:
* A permanent full-time position with compensation up to pay grade 14 of the collective bargaining agreement for the public sector of the State of Hesse (TV-H).
* Personalized professional development through extensive training via our Ucademy learning platform.
* Professional onboarding: A mentor will support you during your first few months.
* A modern work environment: Central location in Wiesbaden, flexible work models, and comprehensive health management (e.g., EGYM Wellpass).
* The LandesTicket Hessen: This gives you free travel on local public transportation in 2026—not just for your commute.
Ready to kickstart your career? Here’s how:
* Apply by July 6, 2026, via the State of Hesse’s application portal (www.karriere.hessen.de) with
* Cover letter (Why are you a good fit for us?).
* Resume.
* Proof of successful completion of your degree.
* High school diploma.
* Employment references.
We particularly welcome applications from women, people with severe disabilities, and people with a migration background.
Wolfgang Schimmel is available for a confidential initial contact: Tel. 0611 / 32 - 132271.
Ready to get started with us?
We look forward to receiving your application!
State of Hesse
Hessian Ministry of Finance
Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 8 • 65185 Wiesbaden
www.finanzen.hessen.de