Strategic Data & AI Programs Director

EPAM Systems; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. in London, UK is seeking an Enterprise Data & AI Program Director in a hybrid role.

You will define strategic direction for the company’s most complex data and AI programs, focusing on governance, client outcomes and long-term program success. You’ll collaborate with delivery and technical leaders, translate strategy into actionable plans, shape commercial terms, manage executive stakeholders, and mentor delivery teams while leading business development efforts for

Qualifications

• Senior leader with experience in large data/AI programs.
• Ability to translate data/AI strategies into actionable plans with ROI.
• Strong regulatory and ethical considerations knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the strategic roadmap for large-scale data/AI programs.
• Act as escalation point on program health, risk and outcomes for executives.
• Oversee governance for data protection, ethics, and compliance.
• Review technical strategies for risk and value without detailing design.
• Define measurable success metrics aligned with client objectives.
• Shape commercial terms, scope, and delivery models for engagements.
• Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders and governance forums.
• Mentor delivery managers while retaining operational ownership with teams.
• Support bid strategy and shaping deals to align client needs with EPAM capabilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Governance

Data & AI strategy

Commercial acumen

Regulatory compliance

Pre-sales & bid strategy

Executive communication

Job description

EPAM Systems, Inc. in London, UK is seeking an Enterprise Data & AI Program Director in a hybrid role.

You will define strategic direction for the company’s most complex data and AI programs, focusing on governance, client outcomes and long-term program success. You’ll collaborate with delivery and technical leaders, translate strategy into actionable plans, shape commercial terms, manage executive stakeholders, and mentor delivery teams while leading business development efforts for