We are looking for an AI leader to build and run an AI Center of Excellence for a data-focused organization, setting strategy, standards, and governance for responsible AI adoption. You will align stakeholders across business, technology, and compliance while enabling secure, compliant AI platforms and measurable outcomes—apply to help shape the enterprise AI program.ResponsibilitiesDefine the enterprise AI strategy, roadmap, and COE operating modelLead cross-functional stakeholders to align AI standards, best practices, and success measuresAdvise executive leadership on AI trends, risks, opportunities, and pragmatic adoption pathsEstablish AI technology standards for development, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle managementDesign governance frameworks for token management, access provisioning, policy enforcement, and responsible AI guardrailsOversee evaluation and approval of AI tools, models, and services for policy and regulatory alignmentDrive adoption of enterprise AI platforms with focus on AWS Bedrock, Microsoft Copilot Studio, and Anthropic ClaudePartner with engineering, data science, and security teams to build scalable, secure integrationsCreate reusable patterns, reference architectures, and technical guidelines for AI solutionsFacilitate workshops and working sessions to align governance, priorities, and ROIDevelop adoption playbooks, training programs, and communication plans to grow AI maturityTrack and report enterprise AI metrics, compliance status, and value realization to leadershipRequirements3+ years of experience leading AI technology management initiatives across teamsStrong leadership skills to drive cross-functional alignment and decision-makingProven project delivery experience defining roadmaps, operating models, and success metricsHands-on experience with AWS Bedrock, Microsoft Copilot Studio, and Anthropic ClaudeStrong governance knowledge across AI-DLC and Agile Lifecycle Management practicesSolid data fundamentals aligned with Data Engineering EssentialsAdvanced English proficiency (C1, Advanced)We offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.