Chief AI Architect

Brainlake; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-focused organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chief AI Architect to drive its AI vision and strategy. This pivotal role involves leading a cross-functional AI Center of Excellence, overseeing the development of AI systems, and ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in Digital Technology, extensive expertise in machine learning, and proven leadership skills. The organization offers an exciting opportunity to influence AI implementation across diverse business functions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Digital Technology, with at least 4 years in AI/ML leadership roles.
• Proven track record of delivering AI systems from conceptualization to production.
• Deep technical expertise in ML frameworks and cloud AI platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to identify AI opportunities.
• Build and lead an AI Center of Excellence.
• Champion Generative AI, Machine Learning, and advanced analytics.

Skills

Machine Learning

Deep Learning Frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

Data Engineering

AI Ethics

Software Engineering

Leadership

Communication

Job description

About The Role

We're looking for a Chief AI Architect to lead the organization's overall AI vision, strategy, and execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term growth goals. You'll act as the principal architect and implementer of AI solutions — from design and prototyping to large‑scale deployment across business functions. This is a senior, high‑impact role for someone who combines deep technical acumen with strategic leadership and hands‑on delivery.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify high‑impact AI opportunities that drive operational efficiency, innovation, and revenue growth
• Build and lead a cross‑functional AI Center of Excellence, bringing together data scientists, engineers, and domain experts to deliver enterprise‑grade AI solutions
• Champion the use of Generative AI, Machine Learning, NLP, and advanced analytics to enhance products, services, and internal processes
• Oversee the development and governance of data infrastructure, ensuring data quality, accessibility, and compliance with privacy and security standards
• Establish and enforce AI ethics, risk management, and responsible AI practices within the organization
• Develop strategic partnerships with technology providers, academic institutions, and research organizations to accelerate AI innovation
• Serve as a technical advisor to leadership, translating complex AI concepts into actionable insights and business value
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and lead hands‑on experimentation, prototyping, and technical evaluations of new AI tools and models

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in Digital Technology, with at least 4 years in AI/ML leadership roles across implementation, research, or product environments
• Proven track record of end‑to‑end delivery of AI systems, from conceptualization to production — including model development, MLOps, and integration
• Demonstrated experience translating AI strategy into business impact, with measurable ROI and operational outcomes
• Deep technical expertise in machine learning, deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), large language models, and cloud AI platforms
• Strong background in data engineering, including data pipelines, architecture, and governance frameworks
• Strong software engineering background, capable of guiding teams through architectural decisions, code reviews, and deployment processes
• Excellent understanding of AI ethics, data privacy, and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, Responsible AI guidelines, etc.)
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills — able to engage with both technical teams and non‑technical executives
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to innovate, experiment, and deliver in fast‑moving environments