AI & Tech Senior Consultant

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

As part of the AI, Technology & Digital Transformation team within our Tax practice, you’ll play a key role in accelerating the digital transformation of our tax and finance services. Based in Portugal and integrated in our Europe West network, you will be part of a cross-functional team focused on cutting-edge software engineering, automation, cloud, and AI solutions. This role combines technical depth with strategic thinking, which is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, innovation, and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The role focuses on designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that use AI to boost the productivity, quality, and satisfaction of our client engagement teams. You will have the opportunity to develop your skill set to keep up with the ever-growing demands of a modern enterprise ecosystem that relies on data science, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and cloud at scale.

Your key responsibilities include the following:

• Design and develop scalable solutions using Python, Streamlit, Next.js, Astro, Java, and/or Maven.
  Build and maintain APIs, microservices, and integrations across Azure, AWS, Cloudflare, and/or Vercel;
• Develop low-code applications and automation workflows using the Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI);
• Implement AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning solutions with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, and OpenAI technologies;
• Utilize ServiceNow and Process Mining tools to analyze, optimize, and visualize business processes;
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into high-quality technical designs with measurable outcomes;
• Lead Project Management Office (PMO) activities, including project planning, governance, risk management, milestone tracking, and KPI reporting;
• Support DevOps practices by managing CI/CD pipelines, version control, and environments using tools such as GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps;
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, enforce best practices, and drive standardization across all development initiatives.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability;
• Strong collaboration mindset, capable of working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Curiosity and passion for innovation, automation, and next-generation software development;
• Organizational and project management skills consistent with PMO or Product Owner roles;
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

• A degree in STEM, Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems;
• Experience in software engineering, AI development, or cloud-based solutions;
• Solid experience with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, SQL, and web frameworks;
• Hands-on knowledge of Azure, AWS, Cloudflare Workers, or Vercel deployment environments;
• Experience with AI/ML project delivery (training, evaluation, deployment);
• Familiarity with ServiceNow, Process Mining, or workflow automation tools;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI);
• Fluency in English; Portuguese or another European language is a plus.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Experience in Consulting, Financial Services, or Big 4 environments;
• Certifications in AI, Azure, or Agile methodologies (Scrum Master, Product Owner, PMO Foundations);
• Understanding of data governance, observability, and security in enterprise environments;
• Experience with Agile/DevOps delivery and modern software lifecycle management.

What We Look For

We’re seeking a strategic technologist, someone who can design high-quality solutions, lead cross-functional projects, and contribute to EY’s mission of building a better working world through innovation and technology.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. 
 
To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.
 

EY | Building a better working world

 
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
 
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

At EY, we're committed to providing recruitment and career opportunities to all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, social background, or disability. We believe that equality and diversity are central to our recruitment process, as they enhance creativity and efficiency, leading to improved performance and productivity. In line with this commitment, EY Portugal recently became a member of the Inclusive Community Forum. This initiative, led by Nova SBE, focuses on the recruitment of individuals with disabilities, advocating for a more inclusive community. Moreover, EY Portugal has also endorsed the Diversity Charter of APPDI (the Portuguese Association for Diversity and Inclusion), pledging to establish and develop internal policies and practices which support diversity. Through these initiatives, EY seeks to actively contribute to the inclusion process, and promote a more inclusive community for people with disabilities, by actively participating in creating solutions.
 
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Whether your profile is considered for this recruitment process, we will contact you within 15 working days.

Join us in building a better working world. Apply now!

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