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Head of Data Science - Generative AI

Spain, Barcelona · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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We are seeking an inspirational and strategic Head of Data Science to lead our Generative AI team. This is a critical leadership role where you will define and drive the strategy for developing production-ready generative AI applications, transforming how N26 operates and serves its millions of customers across Europe. Your team develops cutting-edge generative AI workflows, agents, and agentic systems for internal automation and to enable innovative, high-impact customer-facing product features. Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and accelerate the application of generative AI and machine learning to projects that affect millions of users all over Europe? Would you like to set the technical direction and investigate new generative AI capabilities to implement novel, strategic use cases? Come join us!

Job Responsibility

  • Architect and drive the end-to-end AI transformation across N26
  • Define, communicate, and execute the overall Data Science roadmap and vision for the Generative AI function
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of experienced AI experts
  • Provide strategic and architectural guidance on the delivery of robust and compliant generative AI solutions
  • Oversee cutting-edge AI projects end-to-end, driving best practices from applied research to scalable production deployment
  • Partner closely with Product Managers, Backend Engineering, Compliance, and Executive Leadership

Requirements

  • An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Data Science, or Mathematics/Statistics is highly preferred
  • Significant professional experience (8+ years) in the development, production, and scaling of ML/AI solutions
  • Proven leadership experience (5+ years) managing, mentoring, and scaling Data Science or AI/ML teams
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and a track record of defining and executing ambitious technical roadmaps
  • Mastery of common machine learning algorithms, deep learning principles, and generative AI architectures
  • Strong programming proficiency in Python and experience with generative AI frameworks, such as LangChain and LangGraph
  • Demonstrated ability to drive a team to write production-ready, high-quality code
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership
  • Proven ability to continuously learn, challenge the status quo, and drive proactive applied research around the latest advances in generative AI and machine learning
  • English full professional proficiency

Nice to have

Proficient knowledge of German, French, Italian or Spanish will be appreciated

What we offer

  • Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe's most talked about disruptors
  • Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation
  • Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account
  • Subscriptions for friends and family members
  • Additional day of annual leave for each year of service
  • A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies
  • A relocation package with visa support for those who need it

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