SVP AI and Computer Vision

Fortis Executive Search; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking an SVP of AI and Computer Vision. In this high-visibility role, you will lead the strategy and execution of computer vision and ML initiatives. Responsibilities include scaling engineering teams, overseeing cutting-edge system deployments, and collaborating with executive stakeholders to drive innovation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading data engineering teams and expertise in image processing. This position offers hybrid/remote flexibility and influential leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven background leading large computer vision or real‑time data engineering teams.
• Expertise in object tracking, image/video processing, or large-scale ML deployment.
• Strong technical leadership and cross‑functional delivery at global scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead global strategy and execution across computer vision, ML, and data engineering.
• Scale world‑class engineering and research teams across multiple regions.
• Oversee design and deployment of real-time tracking and visual intelligence systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate innovations into commercial impact.

Skills

Leadership in computer vision

Real-time data engineering

Image/video processing

Machine learning deployment

Collaboration with C-level stakeholders

Job description

SVP, AI and Computer Vision

📍 Europe or US (Hybrid / Remote)

We’re partnering with a global technology leader building large-scale real-time tracking and vision systems that operate across data, video, and analytics platforms worldwide.

The business is investing heavily in next‑generation computer vision infrastructure — using advanced imaging, real‑time inference, and automation to transform how live data is captured, processed, and delivered.

As SVP, AI and Computer Vision , you’ll :

• Lead global strategy and execution across computer vision, ML, and data engineering.
• Scale world‑class engineering and research teams across multiple regions.
• Oversee the design, optimization, and deployment of real‑time tracking and visual intelligence systems.
• Collaborate with C‑level stakeholders to translate technical innovation into commercial and product impact.

Essential requirements :

• Proven background leading large computer vision or real‑time data engineering teams.
• Expertise in object tracking, image / video processing, or large‑scale ML deployment.
• Strong technical leadership and cross‑functional delivery at global scale.
• Experience turning advanced R&D into production‑grade systems.

This is a high‑visibility global leadership role , reporting directly to the executive board, with ownership of a critical innovation function driving the company’s next phase of growth.