SVP AI and Computer Vision

Fortis Executive Search; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a SVP for AI and Computer Vision to drive strategy and execution across cutting-edge projects. The successful candidate will oversee teams in computer vision and data engineering, managing scaling and deploying innovative systems. This high-visibility role requires a proven track record in leading large teams and turning advanced research into operational capabilities. Opportunities for hybrid or remote work are available, making this position adaptable to your needs, while contributing to transformative projects.

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 engineering and research teams across multiple regions.
• Oversee design and deployment of visual intelligence systems.
• Collaborate with C‑level stakeholders to translate innovations into impact.

Skills

Leading large computer vision teams

Expertise in object tracking

Strong technical leadership

Turning R&D into production systems

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.