Protime, proud member of the SD Worx group, has become a successful European provider of HR software solutions and related services for Workforce management, Time & Attendance, Access and Planning. With its solutions and expertise, Protime helps companies deal with time in a more efficient and valuable way.

'Make time valuable' is our vision, and we make it happen everyday thanks to our 560 committed employees across Europe.

Protime is growing rapidly and to further expand our portfolio, we recently acquired Sheepblue, an Austrian start-up. Sheepblue is an AI-based software for workforce planning, specializing in shift-based industries that require precise planning capabilities, such as manufacturing or logistics.

To support this acquisition, we are looking for an experienced AI Data Developer who will play a crucial role in the development of our AI-driven shift planning tool.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about optimizing AI planning algorithms and wants to contribute to improving our Sheepblue application and its integration into the Protime Suite.

You will:

• Support complex cases and investigate unexplained results from the AI planning algorithm.
• Understand the AI planning algorithm in depth, particularly the Monte Carlo Tree Search approach.
• Enhance the algorithm by introducing additional techniques, such as applying local search after Monte Carlo Tree Search.
• Research and implement new algorithms to improve planning, using heuristic optimization techniques.
• Expand the AI module to make it compatible with Strobbo.

• You’re a self-starter with a passion for artificial intelligence, innovation and continuous improvement.
• You have relevant experience as AI developer, data engineer or software engineer
• Experience with AI-driven systems and planning techniques
• Knowledge of production planning flows is a plus
• You have strong programming skills (preferably in Kotlin/Java and Angular)
• Experience with .NET Core and/or React is a plus

• You are an excellent communicator with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• You have a strong ability to solve problems and take initiative.

• Become part of an innovative and challenging international company where personal and professional development are key. All this within a pleasant working atmosphere with room for team building and fun.
• A people focused culture of continuous learning and coaching. You can make a huge impact and grow with the company.
• Working at Protime means working in an environment with fast decision-making procedures and short communication lines. We embrace change and new ideas are fully encouraged.

• We love taking our work and each other to the next level. Performing together at our best and getting satisfaction from our work: that's what we're all about!

• Career growth: whether you want to become more of an expert in your field or you want to expand your knowledge more horizontally, there is always room to grow within Protime.
• With us you work hybrid: alternately from our office in Barcelona and from home. The working hours are flexible. The focus is on the quality of your work.

• Good work gets rewarded. You will receive an attractive salary package. Your gross salary is supplemented with 100% Health Care and Dental Care coverage, English Language lessons, meal vouchers, 25 standard vacation days plus 3 extra flex days).

From many places, we work as one, moving from better to best together.

SD Worx Group lives diversity in the workplace. Diversity provides inspiration and innovation in our company. We particularly welcome applications from qualified talent, regardless of origin, nationality, gender, skin colour, ethnic and social background, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation and stage of life.