Thomas Fey-Grytnes
Full-Time Applied AI/ML Upskilling
Experience
Full-Time Applied AI/ML Upskilling
Full-Time Applied AI/ML Upskilling
Building an AI/ML showcase portfolio with use cases for manufacturing quality, product and process optimization, service processes, and decision support (Python, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn)
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (UC Boulder, 37% complete): ML pipelines, data mining, computer vision, Gen AI, natural language processing, probability for data science
Certifications: SAFe 6.0 Agilist, ITIL 4 Foundation (scaled agile delivery & service stability)
B.Sc. in Mathematics (Top 10%, July 2025), focus: statistics, algorithms, ML foundations
IT Project Manager / PMO
Mercedes-Benz AG
Close collaboration with stakeholders (vehicle series, E2, E3, product owners) on goals, risks, and processes
Defined and implemented data-driven agile KPIs with analytics dashboards (velocity, burndown, commitment reliability, cycle time, team health) to steer team performance
Planned and coordinated Program Increment (PI) planning with RTEs and product managers
Responsible for and documented ASPICE certification (SUP.10), including ServiceNow-based ITSM integration for change/release processes
Process optimization, ways of working, and tool management as part of SAFe implementation in the UX department
IT Project Manager
WINGS - Wismar International Graduation Services
Managed stakeholder relations across all organizational levels
Led the implementation of CRM systems to optimize the organization
Developed and implemented digitization projects
Led multiple IT projects in business processes and IT applications
Created technical and functional designs for IT solutions
Co-founder & Technical Operations
I4Y GmbH
Designed data architectures and data-driven solutions; translated technical requirements into business decisions
Managed stakeholders (investors, partners) and led contract negotiations with clients and vendors
Built and operated cloud infrastructure (VMs, Docker containers), ensuring IT security and compliance
Helped build the company, including developing the business model, strategy, and product roadmap
Regional Manager & Project Manager
Funkwerk Systems GmbH
Led development of new products and solutions based on specific customer requirements
Served as project lead for system tests in rail and public transport rollouts: regression tests, acceptance tests (go/no-go), and stakeholder boards with Xray/Jira
Responsible for product roadmap and development of IoT-based cloud solutions with APIs for third-party applications and partner integrations
Prepared project reports and provided regular updates directly to executive management
Responsible for successfully delivering a major project for Bane NOR (€10M revenue, 2000 man-days of development)
Project Manager, Customer Projects
ATRON electronic GmbH
As the overall project manager, responsible for planning, user verification, and acceptance of system/integration tests, including change and release management (ServiceNow)
Rollout of the new ticketing system for Skyss Hordaland in Norway (project value €10M, 15 team members, 1000 vehicle computers, 100 ticket machines, e-ticketing)
Project management from concept phase to customer acceptance
Improved internal and external communication, positively impacting customer relationships
Planning and monitoring of milestones, schedules, resources, and costs
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Information Technology (15.5 years), Automotive (2 years), Education (1.5 years), and Manufacturing (1 year).
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Project Management (16.5 years), Product Development (11 years), Information Technology (10.5 years), Quality Assurance (9 years), and Strategy (1.5 years).
Summary
IT project manager with 15 years of experience in complex enterprise projects (automotive, transport, tech) and a focused specialization in AI/ML implementation (Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, 37% complete). I combine robust PM excellence (SAFe, ASPICE, stakeholder management, €10M+ programs) with a growing AI toolchain (Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, data mining, MLOps, Hugging Face) to act as a bridge between data science teams and the business. Looking for 3–6 month freelance mandates (PMO, coordination, AI transformation); available immediately.
Client value: an experienced PM who understands AI projects in depth, works directly with AI engineers, and can deliver without ramp-up.
Skills
- Ai & Data Analysis: Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Mlops, Generative Ai, Predictive Quality Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Kpi Forecasting, Risk Prediction, Nlp, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Computer Vision
- Product Owner & Requirements: Product Backlog Management, User Story Definition, Requirements Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Product Roadmap Planning
- Tools: Jira, Confluence, Eazybi, Ms Project, Xray, Azure Devops, Gitlab Ci
- Project Management: Multi-project Management, Risk Management, Budget Planning, Stakeholder Communication, Value Stream Mapping, Documentation Of Regulated Processes (Aspice/qms)
- Agile Methods: Scrum, Safe, Kanban, Agile Transformation, Facilitation Of Agile Ceremonies (Daily, Review, Planning, Retro), Pi Planning Facilitation
Languages
Education
University of Colorado Boulder
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence · Artificial Intelligence · Boulder, United States
Open University
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics · Mathematics · Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
AKAD University of Leipzig
Master of Business Administration, organizational management and strategic leadership · Business Administration · Leipzig, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified SAFe 6 Agilist
Scaled Agile
ITIL 4 Foundation
PeopleCert
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
PMI
Project Management Professional (PMP)
PMI
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