Solutions Specialist: Google Cloud Platform and Advertising

The Solutions Specialist is responsible for translating business opportunities into scalable AI solutions, leveraging Google Cloud Platform technologies to create intelligent advertising products that improve targeting, testing, reporting and analysis, optimisation, measurement, personalisation, and overall campaign performance.  This role will be instrumental in supporting the development, implementation, and continuous evolution of FirstAdvertising's AI capabilities by designing and delivering AI/ GenAI and Machine Learning solutions that create commercial value, improve operational efficiency, and advance innovation across the organisation.  

• Execute AI strategy and innovation initiatives by identifying and supporting opportunities that deliver business value and enhance digital advertising capabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into AI use cases, solution designs, and delivery plans.
• Design, develop, and deploy scalable AI and Machine Learning solutions that support the broader AI roadmap and business objectives.
• Build secure, reliable, and production-ready solutions using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) technologies.
• Support the end-to-end delivery of AI solutions, from proof of concept and development through to deployment, monitoring, and optimisation.
• Contribute to solution design activities by applying architecture standards, technical guidelines, and AI best practices.
• Apply AI, Generative AI, and Machine Learning best practices to support the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of AI solutions.
• Analyse data, model performance, and business outcomes to identify opportunities for optimisation and enhancement.
• Monitor and evaluate AI solution performance against defined business and technical objectives, supporting the measurement of business impact and value realisation.
• Communicate technical concepts, project progress, insights, and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively across business, data, technology, and marketing teams to deliver AI-driven outcomes and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning through knowledge sharing and ongoing professional development.

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Engineering, Technology, Data Science, Information Systems or related field
• Google Cloud Certified
• Have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant Data Analytics or Technology experience within Digital advertising, Ad-tech or Marketing.
• Have relevant experience in designing, developing, deploying, and supporting AI and Machine Learning solutions, preferably on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Working knowledge of GCP, including Vertex AI, BigQuery, and related cloud-native services.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis, model development, automation, and solution delivery.
• Experience translating business requirements into scalable, value-driven technology solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify opportunities and recommend solutions.
• Exposure to digital marketing, advertising technology, customer analytics, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or AI-powered products will be advantageous.

• Passionate about the potential of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and emerging technologies.
• A strong analytical thinker who understands how technology solutions support business objectives and create value.
• Excited by developing and implementing scalable technology solutions that solve real business challenges.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and focused on delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Committed to continuous learning, skills development, and technical excellence.
• An effective communicator who can translate technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Curious, innovative, and eager to explore new technologies and ways of working.