Chief AI Architect

Brainlake Advertising LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chief AI Architect to drive the overall AI vision and strategy. In this senior role, you will lead initiatives from design to large-scale deployment, collaborating with executive leadership and building a cross-functional AI Center of Excellence. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in digital technology, with significant experience in AI/ML leadership and a proven track record in delivering AI systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI within the organization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of digital technology experience.
• 4+ years in AI/ML leadership roles.
• Proven track record of AI system delivery.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to identify AI opportunities.
• Build and lead an AI Center of Excellence.
• Champion generative AI, ML, and advanced analytics.
• Oversee data infrastructure governance.
• Establish AI ethics and responsible practices.
• Develop strategic technology partnerships.

Skills

AI strategy translation

MLOps

Cloud AI platforms

Machine learning expertise

Data engineering

Leadership and communication

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a Chief AI Architect to lead the organization’s overall AI vision, strategy, and execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term growth goals.
You’ll act as the principal architect and implementer of AI solutions — from design and prototyping to large-scale deployment across business functions.
This is a senior, high-impact role for someone who combines deep technical acumen with strategic leadership and hands-on delivery.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify high-impact AI opportunities that drive operational efficiency, innovation, and revenue growth.
• Build and lead a cross‑functional AI Center of Excellence, bringing together data scientists, engineers, and domain experts to deliver enterprise‑grade AI solutions.
• Champion the use of generative AI, machine learning, NLP, and advanced analytics to enhance products, services, and internal processes.
• Oversee the development and governance of data infrastructure, ensuring data quality, accessibility, and compliance with privacy and security standards.
• Establish and enforce AI ethics, risk management, and responsible AI practices within the organization.
• Develop strategic partnerships with technology providers, academic institutions, and research organizations to accelerate AI innovation.
• Serve as a technical advisor to leadership, translating complex AI concepts into actionable insights and business value.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and lead hands‑on experimentation, prototyping, and technical evaluations of new AI tools and models.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in digital technology, with at least 4 years in AI/ML leadership roles across implementation, research, or product environments.
• Proven track record of end‑to‑end delivery of AI systems, from conceptualization to production — including model development, MLOps, and integration.
• Demonstrated experience translating AI strategy into business impact, with measurable ROI and operational outcomes.
• Deep technical expertise in machine learning, deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), large language models, and cloud AI platforms.
• Strong background in data engineering, including data pipelines, architecture, and governance frameworks.
• Strong software engineering background, capable of guiding teams through architectural decisions, code reviews, and deployment processes.
• Excellent understanding of AI ethics, data privacy, and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, responsible AI guidelines, etc.).
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills — able to engage with both technical teams and non‑technical executives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to innovate, experiment, and deliver in fast‑moving environments.