Master Thesis - AI usage in Operations for Compute Platforms in Automotive Environment (m/f/d)

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche - supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone. Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

To support our Cloud Foundation & Operations team, we are currently looking for a master's student. In your role, you get first-hand experience in AI and Operations and will be an integral part of the team that works on Service Operation and Control. Delivering outstanding customer satisfaction is our primary objective. Our operations model is based on a DevOps / System of systems culture. We are looking for self-motivated, self-reliant, and flexible new colleagues with a pioneering and innovative spirit to join our team.

• Research & Analysis: Explore current AIOps technologies and their applications in IT areas like incident management, monitoring, and automation.
• Model Development: Design and implement models and algorithms for predicting, analyzing, and preventing IT issues and abnormalities.
• Data Analysis & Processing: Analyze large datasets from various IT operations sources, such as log data and network traffic, to identify patterns for anomaly detection.
• Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with IT, data science, and operations departments to gather requirements to develop solutions.
• Documentation & Presentation: Produce a comprehensive thesis and regularly report progress and findings.

• Enrolled student in a Master's program in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with machine learning, AI methods, Python, and Java.
• Basic knowledge of logging/monitoring platforms.
• Knowledge of data analysis and processing.
• Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical content.
• Independence & Teamwork: Self-driven and collaborative, with a strong team spirit.
• Fluent in English, German is a plus.

• Remote work options within Germany.
• Duration: 6 months.
• 20 h/week, up to 35 h/week during semester break.

At CARIAD, we value individuality and diversity. We see great strength in our differences and can all benefit from the unique perspectives of others. We strive to employ people with diverse backgrounds who have the expertise, energy, and focus to advance our mission. If you're unable to submit an application because of a disability, please contact us at careers@cariad.technology.