Data Scientist to Swedbank´s Group AI Accelerator

**Are you excited about shaping the future of AI in the banking sector and grow your skills in AI application development?** In Swedbank you have the opportunity to: * Research, develop and implement valuable AI applications across the bank. * Leverage cutting\-edge AI technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs), vector databases, and document intelligence techniques. * Integrate innovative tools alongside robust evaluation methodologies to develop transparent, high\-quality solutions that effectively tackle complex business challenges. * Enhance AI awareness within the bank by actively participating in knowledge sessions, enriching our internal knowledge base, and developing guides on fundamental generative AI principles and their practical applications. * Work closely with stakeholders to ensure that our solutions are adopted and generate actual business value. * Make a tangible impact on the company's success through your expertise. * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams across Swedbank and contribute to solve the business problems using generative AI technology. * Continuously develop your skills through mentorship, training and workshops and by working on diverse projects that push technological boundaries. * Be part of an innovative team that values creativity, diversity, inclusion, and fosters an environment where new ideas are encouraged. What is needed in this role: * We expect the applicant to be a practicing data scientist today. * Programming skills primarily in Python, especially geared towards generative AI development. Familiarity with cloud services such as Azure Foundry/OpenAI is advantageous. * Experience in Retrieval\-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques is expected; hands\-on experience with agentic AI frameworks is a strong plus. * Ability to design and optimize prompts to ensure accurate and contextually relevant outputs is needed; ability to implement generative AI evaluation methodologies, focusing on improving model outputs through rigorous testing protocols is meriting. * Knowledge of classical data processing concepts such as OCR and RegEx can be useful. * Experience with AI\-powered coding assistants is a plus. * Curiosity and eagerness to learn how generative AI development on cloud platforms takes place is expected. Microsoft Azure experience, and familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and CI/CD concepts, is a plus. * Understanding of cloud security concepts, identity management, or networking fundamentals is beneficial to be aware of what the end\-to\-end delivery team’s other roles do to scale the applications in a safe and secure way. * Strong problem\-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast\-changing AI and cloud landscape. * Good communication and collaboration skills, with enthusiasm to work in a team environment. * A growth mindset — motivated to explore frontier AI developments, stay updated on AI trends, and apply learnings to real\-world challenges. * Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence or similar fields or comparable demonstrated hands/on experience. With us, you can experience: * Personal and professional growth through self\-leadership and continuous development. * Meaningful work that positively impacts our workplace, our customers, and society. * An open and collaborative culture that encourages cross\-functional teamwork and provides networking opportunities. * A supportive and inclusive environment that promotes a balanced and sustainable work\-life, with flexible working conditions when suitable for the role. * Benefits such as our share based reward program Eken, company pension plan, employee offer for banking products, health insurance. "Join our team and... be a part of an international team of professionals, who are jointly delivering challenging projects, maximizing customer value and increasing Swedbank’s competitive advantage”. **Nanna Nenzén Filipovic, your future manager** We look forward to receiving your application by 15\.06\.2026\. **Location:** Stockholm \& Umeå **Recruiting manager:** Nanna Nenzén Filipovic We may begin the selection during the application period, so we welcome your application as soon as possible. We would like to let you know that a background check and a drug test may be a part of the process for this role. *We have made our choice regarding recruitment media and therefore kindly decline contact with ad sellers or sellers of other recruitment services.* **Swedbank does not discriminate anybody based on gender, age, sexual orientation or sexual identity, ethnicity, religion or disability – everybody is welcome.**