AI Architect

Optimal Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Performance-based bonus

High-autonomy role

Fast-moving environment

Opportunity to build AI function

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Dubai is seeking a high-caliber AI Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven systems. You will translate business objectives into scalable AI architectures and drive the AI roadmap from concept to production. The role requires 5+ years of experience in AI/ML architecture, strong proficiency in Python, and familiarity with major frameworks. The position offers a competitive tax-free salary of AED 25,000 – 35,000, along with a performance-based bonus and high autonomy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML architecture or similar senior role.
• Proven experience designing and deploying production-grade AI systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python and familiarity with major AI/ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end AI architecture including machine learning pipelines.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of AI platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to identify AI opportunities and prioritize delivery.

Skills

AI/ML architecture

Production-grade AI systems

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

AWS

Azure

GCP

API integration

Microservices

Scalable system design

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Job description

JOB TITLE: AI Architect LOCATION : Dubai, UAE (On-site / Hybrid) TYPE : Full-Time SALARY : AED 25,000 – 35,000/month (DOE) + Performance Bonus

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a high‑calibre AI Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of AI‑driven systems and solutions across our business. This is a senior, hands‑on role that sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. You will be responsible for translating business objectives into scalable AI architecture, building intelligent automation systems, and driving our AI roadmap from concept to production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement end‑to‑end AI architecture including machine learning pipelines, LLM integrations, and agentic AI systems
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of AI platforms, models, and tools
• Build and integrate AI solutions into existing infrastructure and business workflows
• Develop frameworks for AI governance, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with operations, product, and leadership teams to identify AI opportunities and prioritise delivery
• Research emerging AI technologies and provide strategic recommendations
• Ensure all AI systems comply with data security, privacy, and regulatory standardsDocument architecture decisions, system designs, and technical specifications

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML architecture, solutions architecture, or a related senior technical role
• Proven experience designing and deploying production‑grade AI systems
• Strong proficiency in Python, and familiarity with major AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain, etc.)
• Hands‑on experience with LLMs, RAG systems, and agentic AI frameworks
• Cloud architecture experience: AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with API integration, microservices, and scalable system design
• Strong commercial awareness — you understand how AI translates to business value
• Excellent communication skills — ability to present technical solutions to non‑technical stakeholders

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in property, construction, or facilities management sectors
• Familiarity with AI automation tools (n8n, Make, Zapier AI, etc.)
• UAE residency or existing Dubai visa
• Arabic language skills (not essential)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive tax‑free salary: AED 25,000 – 35,000/month
• Performance‑based bonus
• High‑autonomy role with direct access to senior leadership
• Fast‑moving, execution‑focused environment
• Opportunity to build and own the AI function from the ground up