Unit Head - Gen AI Applications

BDO Unibank, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Unibank, Inc. is seeking an AI Leader to drive the strategic vision, development, and deployment of AI initiatives across the organization from its Makati headquarters.

You will oversee R&D of AI technologies to improve operational efficiency and customer experience. The role requires a strong background in AI/ML, data science, and leadership, with a focus on aligning AI projects with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in AI/ML initiatives and teams.
• Strong background in data science and analytics to drive business outcomes.
• Experience shaping AI strategy and roadmaps aligned with corporate goals.
• Familiarity with AI ethics frameworks and data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Responsibilities

• Lead technology decisions and roadmaps for AI/ML development, testing and deployment.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of AI models and systems.
• Define AI strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI for business growth and customer experience.
• Drive adoption of emerging AI technologies (generative AI, NLP, computer vision).
• Communicate complex AI concepts and project outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to ethical AI principles, including fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Conduct regular reviews and refine AI models to improve outcomes.

Skills

AI/ML leadership

Data science

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Ethics in AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial Engineering or Information Technology

Job description

Job Description:

About BDO

BDO Unibank, Inc. is the Philippines’ leading full-service bank, offering a wide range of financial and digital banking services. Guided by our brand promise “We Find Ways,” we are committed to delivering easy, reliable, and customer-focused services. Build your career with a trusted industry leader.

Job Summary

This role will be responsible for leading the strategic vision, development, and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives within the organization. The role ensures alignment with business objectives, oversees research and development of AI technologies, and drives innovation to enhance operational efficiency and competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in deciding technologies and related roadmap for development, testing, deployment of AI/machine learning models.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of AI models and systems.
• Define the AI strategy and roadmap in alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI for business growth, operational efficiency, and customer experience.
• Lead the adoption of emerging AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, natural language processing, computer vision).
• Communicate complex AI concepts and project outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to ethical AI principles, including fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Conduct regular reviews and refine AI models to enhance outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Engineering or Information Technology
• 15+ years of experience in AI/ML, data science, or a related field.
• 5+ years in a leadership role, managing AI projects or teams
• Familiarity with AI ethics frameworks and data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Certifications in AI/ML (e.g., Google Professional ML Engineer, AWS Certified Machine Learning) are advantageous.

BDO Unibank, Inc. provides equal opportunity to all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are based on job requirements and candidate qualifications, and shall not be influenced by any consideration of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, or disability.