Principal (Director) - Data Analytics & AI Consulting

EPAM Systems; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 paid holiday days

Disability insurance (WGA)

Long-term disability insurance (WIA)

EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ES-

Commuting to work - costs reimbursed

Laptop + corporate SIM + device

Bike lease

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program with rewards

Learning and certifications

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is seeking a Principal (Director) in Data Analytics & AI Consulting to join in hybrid mode. You will advise C-level clients on data modernisation and production-ready AI, shaping GTM strategies and leading Generative/Agentic AI initiatives across Europe.

You will also drive multi-regional delivery, ensure Responsible AI governance, and mentor teams while engaging with senior stakeholders at scale.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Director/Principal leadership at a top-tier tech consulting firm.
• Experience in business development and securing funding for Data/AI projects.
• Ability to influence and advise executive stakeholders up to C-level.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML with Generative AI, MLOps/LLMOps lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise data, analytics and AI strategies with C-suite stakeholders.
• Lead development of Europe-wide practice offerings focusing on Generative and Agentic AI.
• Identify and qualify new Data & AI consulting opportunities; own the sales pipeline.
• Architect high-level solutions; respond to RFPs/RFIs; lead client pitches.
• Shape engagements, pricing, delivery models and team structures.
• Provide senior technical direction to cross-functional teams.
• Champion Responsible AI and EU regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee sales-to-delivery transitions and client expectation alignment.
• Mentor consulting teams; foster talent growth across data and AI.
• Stay ahead of trends like agentic workflows and data mesh; represent EPAM at events.

Skills

Executive leadership

Business development

Pre-sales

Client advisory

Communication skills

AI/ML expertise

MLOps

LLMOps

Cloud platforms

Data governance

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-regional teams

Problem solving

European language (Dutch/French/German

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in CS/DS/Math/Economics or related

Job description

Are you an exceptional technology leader who thrives at the intersection of business strategy, digital transformation and state-of-the-art AI? Do you want to take ownership of critical strategic decisions and build the future of EPAM's European Data & AI Practice?

EPAM is looking for a Principal (Director) - Data Analytics & AI Consulting to join our team in Amsterdam, Netherlands in a hybrid working mode.

In this senior-level role, you will act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and executive-level clients, helping them navigate complex data modernisation journeys and adopt production-ready AI.

As a key authority within the practice, you will collaborate with other leaders to define our go-to-market strategies, lead pre-sales campaigns, design next-generation Generative and Agentic AI offerings and champion Responsible AI frameworks across the Netherlands and Western Europe.

Responsibilities

• Partner with C-level and executive stakeholders to define enterprise-wide data, analytics and AI strategies that drive growth and transformation
• Lead the development of advanced UK and European practice offerings, focusing on Generative AI, Agentic AI and LLMOps
• Identify and qualify new Data and AI consulting opportunities, owning the sales pipeline for existing accounts and new pursuits
• Architect high-level solutions, respond to complex RFPs/RFIs, draft commercial proposals and lead client pitches for large-scale engagements
• Shape, scope and price consulting engagements, establishing delivery models and optimal team structures
• Provide senior oversight and technical direction to cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality on-time delivery
• Champion EPAM’s Responsible AI and security frameworks, guiding clients on ethical AI deployment, bias mitigation and compliance with regulations such as the EU AI Act
• Oversee transition from sales to delivery, ensuring alignment of client expectations and technical requirements
• Provide leadership and mentorship to consulting teams fostering talent growth across data and AI disciplines
• Stay ahead of emerging trends such as agentic workflows and data mesh, introducing new methodologies and representing EPAM at key industry events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics or a related field or relevant work experience
• Proven track record in a Director, Principal or equivalent leadership role within a top-tier technology consulting firm
• Demonstrated success in driving business development, leading pre-sales efforts and securing funding for large Data and AI projects
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence and advise executive stakeholders up to C-level
• Deep expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning and generative AI applications with strong knowledge of MLOps and LLMOps lifecycles
• Advanced understanding of cloud-scale data platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP or Databricks and data engineering best practices
• Knowledge of data governance, data security and emerging AI regulatory frameworks including the EU AI Act
• Experience orchestrating multi-disciplinary teams across regions and time zones
• Proactive and entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving with ability to bring structure to ambiguous business challenges
• Fluent in a European language such as Dutch, French or German is highly desirable

We offer

• 26 paid holiday days
• Disability insurance (WGA Shortfall insurance)
• Long-term disability insurance (WIA Top up insurance)
• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuting to work - costs reimbursement
• Laptop + corporate simcard + corporate mobile device (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Bike lease
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses