Martin Karlsson

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Munich, Bavaria, Germany8 yrs 10 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Expert in AWS cloud architecture and applied AI.
  • Led cross-industry digital transformation initiatives.
  • Proven track record in scalable system design.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a cloud and AI solutions architect with extensive experience in SaaS and digital transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Amazon Web Services (aws)Solution ArchitectureArtificial Intelligence (ai)R&d LeadershipProject ManagementAutomotive R&dTechnical SupportField EngineeringMedical Device InstallationAutomation EngineeringControl Systems

Other Skills

PythonKubernetesGraph DatabasesServerless ComputingPre-Sales Technical ConsultingEnterprise ArchitectureData EngineeringCloud-Native DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipEdge ComputingEvent Driven ProgrammingCross-Functional CollaborationHardware/Software IntegrationTelecom SystemsRequirements Management

About

I’m a technology professional with experience leading products and platforms from early R&D to large-scale production used by thousands of customers. My background spans cloud architecture, data platforms, and applied AI, with a focus on building solutions that create real business impact. I’ve worked across a wide range of industries including NanoTech, MedTech, Telecom, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Mining, Steel, and Dairy. This gives me a broad and adaptable perspective on complex technical and organizational challenges. As a freelancer, I support both established enterprises and fast-moving startups. My work spans strategy, architecture, and hands-on engineering—helping organizations modernize their platforms and prepare for real AI adoption. My core strengths: • AWS cloud architecture (serverless, EKS, distributed systems) • Applied AI and LLM integrations (Claude, Bedrock, RAG, vLLM) • Python development and backend/data engineering • Kubernetes and cloud-agnostic platform design • Knowledge graphs and graph data modeling (Neo4j, dGraph, ArangoDB) • Translating business goals into clear technical direction • Working with C-level, product, R&D, and engineering teams I enjoy building practical, scalable systems and helping teams turn ideas into solutions that make a difference.

Experience

8 yrs 10 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 5 mos
Average Tenure
2 yrs 8 mos
Current Experience

Freelance

Principal Solutions Architect & Technical Manager | Cloud, Data & Applied AI

Sep 2023Present · 2 yrs 8 mos · Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Remote

  • I help organizations design, build, and scale modern digital platforms by combining technical leadership with hands-on architecture and development. My work spans from early discovery with C-level stakeholders to detailed solution design with engineering and R&D teams, through to launch and ongoing operation of live services.
  • My projects typically involve designing cloud architectures, implementing AI-driven features, and guiding teams through complex technical decisions. I enjoy working across strategy and engineering—translating business goals into clear technical direction and ensuring solutions are reliable, scalable, and maintainable.
  • Typical responsibilities:
  • Leading technical strategy and architecture across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments
  • Working directly with executives to define vision, roadmap, and business value
  • Supporting engineering teams with hands-on prototyping, architecture, and implementation
  • Designing AI and RAG-based features using Claude, Bedrock, Python, and modern retrieval patterns
  • Structuring and modeling enterprise data for analytics and AI applications - often as a Knowledge Graph using Neo4j, dGraph, ArangoDB.
  • Technical scope:
  • AWS specialist across serverless (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, Kinesis, SQS, EventBridge etc.), EKS, IAM, CDK IaC
  • Experience with Azure and exposure to GCP in multi-cloud or hybrid architectures
  • Cloud-agnostic designs built around Kubernetes and open-source technologies (vLLM, Ollama, ChromaDB, Airflow, Kafka, Grafana, APISIX, Backstage, MinIO, Superset, Trino, Polars, DuckDB, Flink)
  • On-premise and distributed system design across Linux clusters, edge compute, and data ingestion pipelines
  • This role combines technical leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on delivery—helping organizations take ideas from concept to production and build platforms ready for real AI adoption.
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Artificial Intelligence (AI)Solution ArchitecturePythonKubernetesGraph Databases+5

Polarium

R&D Project Manager - Telecom

Nov 2018Apr 2019 · 5 mos · Stockholm, Sweden

  • Led cross-functional R&D projects for lithium battery systems in a fast-paced telecom environment. Managed concept-to-release delivery, including planning, technical coordination, and risk management. Worked across hardware, embedded software, mechanical design, and IT systems to support rapid product development and global deployment.
  • Skills: R&D Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Hardware/Software Integration, Project Management, Telecom Systems
R&D LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationHardware/Software IntegrationProject ManagementTelecom Systems

Scania group

R&D Project Manager - Automotive

Aug 2017Nov 2018 · 1 yr 3 mos · Stockholm, Sweden

  • Managed the development of R&D test vehicles used for validation before market release. Coordinated engineering, workshop teams, and external suppliers. Worked with requirements, risk assessments, scheduling, and process improvements. Acted as a bridge between R&D and operations, improving communication and cross-team efficiency.
  • Skills: Automotive R&D, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Supplier Coordination, Stakeholder Communication
Automotive R&DRequirements ManagementRisk AnalysisSupplier CoordinationStakeholder CommunicationProject Management

Thermo fisher scientific

Field Service Engineer - Nanotech

Feb 2016Aug 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos · Göteborg, Sverige

  • Installed, calibrated, and supported transmission and scanning electron microscopes for research and industrial customers. Ensured high precision, system reliability, and customer training on advanced instrumentation.
  • Skills: Electron Microscopy, Precision Calibration, Technical Support, Customer Training, Field Engineering
Electron MicroscopyPrecision CalibrationTechnical SupportCustomer TrainingField Engineering

Swaut.io

Senior Technical Management Consultant | Cloud, Data & Digital Platforms

Jan 2016Sep 2023 · 7 yrs 8 mos · Stockholm, Sweden · Hybrid

  • I worked as a consultant helping organizations modernize their digital services and technical platforms. My role combined solution architecture, technical management, and hands-on development. I worked closely with C-level leaders, product teams, engineering, and R&D to design and deliver systems that support long-term digital growth.
  • Typical work included designing cloud architectures, building connected and data-driven services, and leading teams through the full lifecycle from early discovery and PoCs to deployment and ongoing operations. I also supported organizations in improving ways of working, team structure, and alignment between business and engineering.
  • Highlights:
  • Led architecture and technical strategy for cloud, hybrid, and on-prem platforms
  • Advised executives on digital transformation, cloud adoption, AI opportunities, and long-term platform direction
  • Worked with engineering teams on design, prototyping, and implementation of scalable data and analytics systems
  • Developed cloud-native and on-prem solutions for IoT, predictive maintenance, and real-time data flows
  • Built full end-to-end SaaS platforms including backend, data pipelines, infrastructure, and mobile clients
  • Delivered technical assessments, roadmaps, and architecture proposals to both business and technical leadership
  • This role gave me broad cross-industry experience and the ability to translate business needs into solutions that scale in production environments.
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Solution ArchitectureTechnical LeadershipCloud-Native DevelopmentPythonEdge Computing+1

Elekta

Installation Engineer - Medtech

Feb 2015Jan 2016 · 11 mos

  • Installed and aligned Leksell Gamma Knife systems for neurosurgical treatment centers worldwide. Responsible for achieving micrometer accuracy in the stereotactic positioning system and training clinical teams.
  • Skills: Medical Device Installation, Surgical Systems, High-Precision Alignment, Global Field Work, Customer Training
Medical Device InstallationSurgical SystemsHigh-Precision AlignmentGlobal Field WorkCustomer TrainingField Engineering

Reinertsen as

Automation Engineer - Oil & Gas

Aug 2012Sep 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Trondheim(Norway) / Gothenburg(Sweden)

  • Designed field instrumentation and control logic for automation systems on offshore platforms. Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure safe and reliable operations in demanding environments.
  • Skills: Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Field Instrumentation, Offshore Engineering, Industrial Systems
Automation EngineeringControl SystemsField InstrumentationOffshore EngineeringIndustrial Systems

Education

Chalmers University of Technology

Bachelor of Science

Jan 2009Jan 2012

Mid Sweden University

Master of Science — Quality Management and Leadership

Jan 2013Jan 2015

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