About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the ICRC</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to relieve suffering and preserve human dignity during war and armed violence. Alongside our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners, we deliver life-saving aid across front lines and strive to reconnect families and locate missing people.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Engaging with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, we advocate for humane treatment of detainees and urge compliance with international humanitarian law to protect civilians from harm, including online.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Purpose of the Role</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">The ICRC is seeking an AI Tech Lead to drive the end-to-end design, architecture, and deployment of AI and machine learning systems in support of the ICRC's mandate to protect and assist victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">The AI Tech Lead will serve as the technical backbone of the ICRC's AI transformation, translating operational challenges into production-grade intelligent systems while ensuring all solutions meet the ICRC's stringent standards for data protection, ethical AI, and operational resilience.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">This role requires deep expertise in AI/ML technologies, open-source platforms, and best practices for building AI-driven solutions.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Reports to (role)</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Data & AI Technology Manager</span></p> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Main Duties & Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Design and architect scalable end-to-end AI/ML solutions aligned with business objectives and technical requirements.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Lead the selection and implementation of tools, frameworks, and technologies for AI/ML model and system development.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Develop machine learning models, algorithms, and AI solutions across applications such as natural language processing, computer vision, and large language models, covering data ingestion, feature engineering, model training, experimentation, versioning, and continuous delivery.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Design AI infrastructure on Kubernetes clusters, including container orchestration and security hardening, and implement event-driven API integrations connecting AI services with existing ICRC platforms.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, software engineers, and DevOps teams to integrate AI models into production systems, translating experimentation into scalable solutions.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Establish AI/ML best practices across MLOps, model versioning, CI/CD pipelines, and production monitoring.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineering teams on AI/ML projects and initiatives.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Monitor advancements in AI/ML technologies and apply relevant developments to address real-world business challenges.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ensure all AI/ML solutions comply with ICRC ethical standards, privacy regulations, and data security protocols.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education & Professional Background</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 4 years focused on AI/ML solutions architecture.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Demonstrated track record of architecting and deploying machine learning or AI solutions at scale.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience working in Agile delivery environments; SAFe certification preferred.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience in a complex, multicultural international environment is an asset.</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Skills & Competencies</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong programming proficiency in Python and other relevant languages.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or Keras.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proficiency in designing and implementing machine learning models, including supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning approaches.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including model versioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Familiarity with deep learning architectures such as CNNs, RNNs, and Transformers.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Good knowledge of AI concepts including RAG, Agentic AI, and MCPs.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Expertise in containerisation and Kubernetes for scalable AI deployments.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proven experience in API design and integration across heterogeneous systems.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Knowledge of GraphRAG or GraphDB is an asset.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Knowledge of data privacy regulations and ethical considerations in AI.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Fluent in English (written and spoken); French is a plus.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Information</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Location: Geneva</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Type of contract: Open-ended</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Activity rate: 100%</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Start date: October 2026</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Recruiter: Alejandra Rodriguez</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:indianred"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Application deadline: Monday, 13th of July 2026</span></strong></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="color:black"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Important information: For future employees and their dependents who are not EU and/or EFTA nationals, settling in Switzerland is now required. Direct settlement in France upon arrival is no longer possible.</span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our values</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this <a title="" href="https://careers.icrc.org/content/Our-Values/?locale=en_GB" target="_self">page</a>.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Are you ready to explore the next chapter of your career? Apply now!</span></p></div></div></div>