D/AI Strategic Initatives

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned global tech leader is seeking a seasoned AI Technical Director with a strong background in AI methodologies and deployment. The successful candidate will guide the evolution of cutting-edge AI platforms, engage with top vendors, and foster internal collaboration, significantly impacting the company's AI strategy and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technical roles within AI/ML engineering.
• At least 4 years in a lead or strategic oversight position focused on AI platforms.
• Deep expertise in building and deploying large-scale AI systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical definition and evolution of AI platform strategy.
• Provide technical oversight for complex AI platforms delivery.
• Collaborate with data science and engineering teams to address challenges.

Skills

AI

Generative AI

Agentic AI

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science

Master's or PhD in Artificial Intelligence

Master's or PhD in Machine Learning

Master's or PhD in Data Science

Job description

This role is inherently technical, requiring a deep understanding of AI methodologies, architectures, and deployment at scale.

You will bridge the gap between high-level strategic vision and hands-on technical execution, ensuring all ambitious AI initiatives are delivered effectively and align with the organisations long-term objectives.

Client Details

As a global leader in technology, that are at the forefront of innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible with Artificial Intelligence.

Description


Technical Strategy & Roadmap: Lead the technical definition and evolution of the AI, Generative AI, and Agent AI platform strategy, identifying key technical initiatives and architectural patterns required for scalable, robust, and innovative solutions.Large-Scale Platform Delivery Oversight: Provide deep technical oversight and guidance for the delivery of complex AI platforms, ensuring adherence to technical standards, performance metrics, and security requirements at an enterprise scale.Vendor & Partner Collaboration: Act as a primary technical liaison with leading AI technology vendors, evaluating new capabilities, driving strategic partnerships, and integrating third-party solutions into the internal AI ecosystem.Internal Team Enablement: Collaborate closely with in-house data science, machine learning engineering, and data engineering teams to understand technical challenges, unblock dependencies, and foster a culture of technical excellence and shared accountability for AI platform delivery.Innovation & Research Integration: Monitor cutting-edge AI research and industry trends (e.g., advanced LLM architectures, multi-modal AI, autonomous agents), identifying opportunities to integrate new capabilities into strategic AI initiatives and platforms.




Profile


Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related highly technical quantitative field.Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in technical roles within AI/ML engineering, data engineering, or a related field, with at least 4 years in a lead or strategic oversight position specifically focused on AI platforms.Deep technical expertise and hands-on experience in building and deploying large-scale AI systems, including familiarity with various AI paradigms (e.g., Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Agentic AI).Proven experience overseeing the delivery of Generative AI and Agent AI platforms, understanding their unique architectural requirements, data pipelines, and deployment challenges.




Job Offer

This is an unparalleled opportunity for the successful candidate to shape the future of AI at a global tech leader.

Skills

AI, GenAi, Agentic Ai