Sam Oliver


As a Senior Contract Consultant, Sam specialises in placing generative AI specialists within large enterprise businesses and scale-ups across Europe.

Sam has a deep understanding of the technical and creative skills required in the generative AI field, ensuring that each organisation's unique needs are met efficiently. 

His extensive knowledge of the European AI landscape and a strong network of industry professionals enable him to successfully navigate the complexities of both established enterprises and fast-growing scale-ups.

Committed to fostering long-term relationships, Sam takes a client-centric approach that aligns talent solutions with broader business objectives. Leveraging innovative sourcing strategies, he delivers high-quality candidates swiftly, providing scalability and flexibility for diverse project needs. His mission is to connect exceptional AI talent with forward-thinking companies, driving innovation and growth within the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.

 

Jobs from Sam Oliver

Berlin, Germany
Fullstack Engineer - AI
Contract Full Stack Engineer – Next.js & AI Systems (Remote EU) We’re supporting a fast-growing AI product team who are looking for a Contract Full Stack Engineer to help them take an early-stage platform from prototype through to a scalable, production-ready MVP. The product is already up and running with a working UI, design system and initial architecture in place. The next phase is all about scaling the system properly, particularly across backend architecture, AI agent workflows, and evaluation/feedback loops. What you’ll be working onBuilding and extending features in a Next.js-based applicationHelping define and evolve backend and system architectureDesigning and improving AI agent workflows and orchestrationBuilding evaluation frameworks, feedback loops, and quality measurement for LLM outputsSupporting the transition from prototype to scalable MVPWorking closely with product and engineering stakeholders day-to-dayTech stackReact/Next.jsPostgres / SupabaseArize PhoenixFlexible backend approach (still being shaped)What we’re looking for:Strong Full Stack engineering experience in production environmentsHands-on experience with AI-enabled products, LLM workflows, or agent-based systemsFamiliarity with evaluation, prompt testing, or LLM quality measurement is importantExposure to LangGraph, Langfuse, and LangSmith would be highly relevantExperience with MCP-style infrastructure or tool orchestration patterns (e.g. caching/retrieval layers such as mcp-refcache) Comfortable working in fast-moving, product-led environmentsExperience working in AI-native setups (e.g. using tools like Claude Code) is a plusThere is a strong alignment with candidates who have worked across the LangGraph / Langfuse / LangSmith ecosystem. Experience building or contributing to MCP-style infrastructure patterns is particularly relevant given the direction of the platform. Contract details:3-month contractRemote (EU-based)Occasional fully expensed travel for in-person collaboration sessions
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Remote work, Switzerland
AI Data Engineer
We are supporting a large-scale digital and AI transformation initiative and are looking for a mid-level Data Engineer with strong Azure and Databricks expertise, combined with real-world experience delivering GenAI and agentic AI solutions into production environments.This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, engineering-focused, and already using modern AI-assisted development workflows as part of their day-to-day work.What You’ll Be Doing:Build, optimize, and maintain production-grade data pipelines on AzureDevelop and support GenAI and agentic AI solutions that are actively used in live environmentsWork with Azure Databricks, Spark, and Delta Lake on scalable, business-critical workloadsBuild backend services and APIs in PythonIntegrate Azure AI capabilities including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, and Azure AI FoundryCollaborate with cross-functional engineering and AI teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutionsUse AI-assisted and agentic development tools as part of daily engineering workflowsWhat We’re Looking For:Around 5 years of experience building and operating production data platforms and pipelinesProven experience delivering GenAI or agentic systems on Azure beyond proof-of-concept stageStrong hands-on experience with:Azure OpenAIAzure AI SearchAzure AI FoundryAzure DatabricksSparkData LakeStrong Python engineering skills, including APIs and backend servicesPractical, day-to-day usage of AI coding assistants and agentic development tools such as:GitHub CopilotClaude CodeCursoror similar platformsFluent English communication skillsNice to HaveExperience working in enterprise-scale cloud environmentsExposure to MLOps or AI platform engineeringFamiliarity with modern software engineering and CI/CD practicesThis profile has to be based in Europe.
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Bern, Switzerland
Delivery Manager
Freelance Delivery Manager / Project Coordinator (German Speaking) We are looking for an experienced freelance Delivery Manager / Project Coordinator to support a public-sector digital construction programme in Bern. The role focuses on coordinating multi-vendor delivery activities, managing project setup and integrations, and supporting the rollout of new digital use cases within a centralized data environment aligned with international information management standards. Key RequirementsStrong delivery/project management experienceAgile delivery and stakeholder management skillsExperience coordinating software development and integrationsStrong communication and organizational skillsFamiliar with Jira, Confluence, and MS OfficeGerman language mandatoryHERMES certification preferredProject DetailsLocation: Bern, Switzerland (onsite required)Capacity: 50–70% (approx. 60% FTE)Start: 25 May 2026End: 31 Dec 2026Contract: FreelanceEnvironment: Multi-vendor coordinationIdeal for a senior Delivery Manager experienced in complex enterprise or public-sector environments.
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