AI Developer at Region Västmanland

Do you want to help build Region Västmanland's work with artificial intelligence – and at the same time have the opportunity to influence direction and working methods? We are now looking for an AI Developer for the Decision Support and Integration unit, where you will have the chance to work in a free and exploratory role with great personal responsibility and the ability to influence direction, working methods, and solutions.

Job Responsibilities

As an AI Developer, you will hold a central position in the region's ongoing work with artificial intelligence. The role involves establishing, developing, and evaluating AI solutions in close collaboration with operations, IT, and other functions. The work is characterized by great freedom under responsibility, where you are expected to contribute with structure, direction, and technical expertise in an environment that is still under development.

You will work on developing and evaluating machine learning models and help translate operational needs into technical solutions. You will also work with language models, administrative tools for AI, and provide advice on technical prerequisites such as platforms and hardware. The work also includes requirements management, testing and validation of AI solutions, as well as participation in development assignments and projects.

The role requires close collaboration with various parts of the organization and demands the ability to work both strategically and operationally, in an environment where working methods, processes, and solutions are partially shaped along the way.

About the Workplace

The Digitalization Support Administration is Region Västmanland's digitalization organization tasked with delivering digital services and managing healthcare and operational systems. We work in a complex technical environment with high demands for quality, security, and sustainability, with a clear focus on development, improvement, and innovation. The administration consists of seven units and about 150 employees who together work to support the region's operations.

Want to know more about our operations? Watch our film here: What is it like to work with IT in healthcare? (https://regionvastmanland.se/jobba-med-oss/dina-formaner/)

The Decision Support and Integration unit consists of about 15 employees and is responsible for the region's data warehouse and integration platform. The region is in a development phase where the ambition is to become more information-driven in its decisions while utilizing new technology to streamline work, where the unit plays a central role. The need to adopt new technology and new ways to solve both new and existing challenges is significant in healthcare, and we see AI as an important enabler for maintaining and developing both quality and capacity in care in the long run. We value a professional and trusting work environment with high engagement, personal responsibility, collaboration, and curiosity. Humor and a lack of pretentiousness are a natural part of everyday life.

For us, it is important that you feel good and thrive at work, which is why we offer you

• a tailored introduction program to help you feel secure and confident in your professional role
• opportunities for professional development through external training
• a workplace for different stages of life
• free training at our fully equipped gym
• wellness allowance of 3000 SEK/year

More about your benefits can be found here: Your benefits (https://regionvastmanland.se/jobba-med-oss/dina-formaner/)

Curious?

Please feel free to contact us if you want to schedule an informal conversation.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with an academic background in computer science or equivalent documented knowledge. You have experience in developing and evaluating machine learning models and also have experience in programming with Python. You should have good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written. You also have experience in change and development work related to AI.

It is advantageous if you have experience working with language models and administrative tools for AI. Experience in requirements management, testing and validation, project work, and working according to ITIL and/or system management models, such as PM3, is also considered advantageous. Knowledge of machine learning for estimation or prediction, as well as technical prerequisites such as hardware for language models, is also advantageous.

We place great emphasis on personal qualities. To succeed in this role, we see that you are self-driven, take responsibility for your work, and have the ability to structure and drive processes forward. You are proactive, goal-oriented, and results-oriented, and you find it easy to collaborate with others. You are attentive in communication, build trusting relationships, and enjoy working with complex issues where problem-solving and analytical skills are central.

Employment Conditions

Permanent employment. Full-time, start date according to agreement. Västerås. There is some opportunity for remote work in accordance with Region Västmanland's guidelines and when the business allows.

Application

Welcome with your application by February 8, 2026

• When applying, please only attach your CV and preferably relevant certificates.
• You will also be required to answer a number of questions that are part of our selection assessment.
• We do not use cover letters in our recruitment process.

Read more about the region's recruitment process and how to create a good CV here: Recruitment process (https://regionvastmanland.se/jobba-med-oss/att-soka-jobb-i-region-vastmanland/)

Interviews are planned to take place on-site at Regionhuset entrance 4 in weeks 7 and 8.

About the Region

If you want to know more about what it is like to work with us, you can see more on the region's Instagram account: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/regionvastmanland/)

We in Region Västmanland are responsible for healthcare, dental care, and social services for all residents of the county. We also work with everything from public transport and culture to business issues, education, and research. Together, we are 7,000 employees, with 300 different professions, in ten locations.

We are at the heart of what affects people's lives. Every day. Together, we are driven by the desire to create a better society for everyone who lives and works here. We develop and find new solutions to meet people – where they are. This is how we can live up to the high expectations of our stakeholders and residents.

Together, we make a difference. For real.

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