Senior Scrum Master

Deeplight; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 330,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI consultancy in the UAE is seeking a Senior Scrum Master / AI Project Lead to manage complex AI and data science solutions for global clients. This role demands strong project management skills and technical knowledge in AI/ML, with responsibilities including project leadership, risk management, and stakeholder alignment. Ideal candidates have over 7 years of experience leading technology projects and are adept in agile methodologies. Competitive salary and benefits offered, alongside growth opportunities in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development support

Flexible working arrangements

International exposure and travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing complex technology projects.
• Strong understanding of the entire AI/ML development lifecycle.
• Proven success with Agile and traditional project methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple AI and data projects from inception to deployment.
• Establish flexible project management methodologies.
• Manage budgets exceeding $1M and resource allocations.

Skills

Project Leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant technical or business field

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Project

Azure DevOps

Job description

DeepLight AI is a specialist AI and data consultancy renowned for implementing high-impact intelligent enterprise systems, particularly within Financial Services and Banking. We are seeking an exceptional Senior Scrum Master / AI Project Lead to drive the successful delivery of our most complex AI and data science solutions for our global client base.

This pivotal role requires a seasoned leader who can seamlessly blend strong technical understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle with exceptional project management and business acumen. Your success is key to DeepLight’s growth.

The Senior Scrum Master drives delivery success by overseeing complex AI and data science projects from inception through deployment. You will lead cross‑functional teams (Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and business stakeholders) to ensure high‑impact AI solutions are delivered within scope, budget, and timeline, specifically navigating the unique challenges of AI implementation.

Responsibilities in this role include:

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage multiple concurrent Data, AI, and Mobile Internet Banking projects across the entire lifecycle.
• Methodology Expert: Establish and implement flexible project management methodologies, effectively combining Agile (Scrum) principles with traditional planning to suit complex AI development needs.
• Risk & Governance: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks unique to AI (data quality, model performance, ethical considerations, and regulatory compliance).
• Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitate communication between technical teams and senior business stakeholders, clearly communicating delivery updates and guiding expectations regarding AI capabilities and limitations.
• Financial Control: Manage large project budgets and resource allocation across teams.
• Process Excellence: Lead all Scrum ceremonies (planning, retrospectives), maintain comprehensive documentation, and monitor project KPIs for executive‑level reporting.

We are looking for a certified leader with a proven track record of delivery in the data and AI space.

Essential Capabilities:

• Experience: Significant demonstrable experience (7+ years) managing complex technology projects, with demonstrable success in delivering enterprise‑scale machine learning or data science projects.
• AI/ML Expertise: Strong functional understanding of the complete AI/ML development lifecycle, from data preparation and model development to deployment and MLOps.
• Methodology: Proven experience with both Agile (Scrum Master proficiency) and traditional project management methodologies.
• Financial Management: Demonstrated experience managing budgets exceeding $1M and leading large, cross‑functional, and often geographically distributed teams.
• Governance & Ethics: Solid understanding of data privacy, security requirements, and experience with AI governance frameworks and responsible AI best practices.
• Stakeholder Skills: Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a proven ability to manage complex stakeholder expectations.
• Tools: Excellent knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps).

Desirable Attributes:

• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications (CSM/PSM).
• Master's degree in a relevant technical or business field.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior team members.

Benefits & Growth Opportunities:

Competitive salary and performance bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development and certification support

Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge AI projects

International exposure and travel opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Career advancement opportunities in a rapidly growing AI company

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI implementation while working with a talented team of professionals at the forefront of technological innovation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving our company's success in delivering transformative AI solutions to our clients.