Digital Technology Lead AI Solutions

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Digital Technology Lead AI Solutions & Multimodal AI who is innovative, collaborative, and impact-driven to join us in our DT Tech Strategy & Solutions team, based in our HQ in  Anderlecht, Belgium.

About the role

You will play a key role in shaping UCB's global AI strategy by designing and implementing advanced AI solutions. Your work will enable multimodal capabilities, integrating text, image, audio, and structured data while ensuring ethical and responsible AI practices. This is a global role with significant impact on UCB's digital transformation and patient-focused mission.

Who you'll work with

You will be part of a dynamic team driving UCB's digital technology strategy. You'll collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders across global functions to deliver innovative AI solutions that align with compliance, security, and strategic goals.

What you'll do

• Design and deliver AI initiatives from prototype to full-scale solutions
• Lead development of multimodal AI capabilities across text, image, audio, and data
• Align stakeholders on AI strategies and ensure value-driven outcomes
• Stay ahead of emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities for UCB
• Promote AI adoption and awareness across the organization
• Coach junior colleagues and manage external contractors

Interested? For this role we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in AI application development and software engineering
• Expertise in predictive, prescriptive, and generative AI solutions
• Hands-on experience with Python, graph/vector databases, and agent frameworks
• Strong knowledge of agile product management and iterative development
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to ethical AI practices

Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you 

About us 
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science. 

Why work with us? 
At UCB, we don't just complete tasks, we create value. We aren't afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We 'go beyond' to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that's on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential. 

At UCB, we've embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA- Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.