Director of AI

Skillsearch; Riyadh; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in immersive experiences is in search of a Director of Artificial Intelligence. This pivotal role requires extensive experience in AI strategies and execution for interactive content and audience engagement across various platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, an educational background in relevant fields, and a proven track record in managing AI infrastructure and cross-disciplinary teams. If you're passionate about leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to redefine audience interactions, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of senior AI experience, ideally in immersive media.
• Strong track record with real-time engagement tools.
• Exceptional communication skills for technical ideas.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI strategy and execution for immersive experiences.
• Manage AI infrastructure and deployment frameworks.
• Oversee collaborative and technical teams for successful delivery.

Skills

AI infrastructure

Data lifecycle

Creative systems integration

Audience engagement

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Engineering

Job description

Are you an experienced AI leader ready to shape the future of immersive experiences through innovative, large-scale implementation?

A major project in the Middle East is seeking a Director of Artificial Intelligence to drive the strategic vision and execution of AI across next-generation entertainment, architecture, and experience platforms.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading the development and execution of a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with immersive and interactive content, real-time systems, and large-scale audience experiences
• Defining and managing a technical roadmap for AI use across generative content, real-time interactivity, spatial computing, and personalised experiences
• Building and scaling AI infrastructure, including tools and systems supporting NLP, computer vision, simulation, and generative media
• Overseeing iterative prototyping, testing, and refinement of AI-enhanced features to support dynamic storytelling and user interaction
• Acting as the key liaison between internal creative, technical, and production teams, as well as external AI vendors, universities, and regulatory partners
• Managing cross-functional schedules, production pipelines, and vendor engagement to ensure timely and integrated AI delivery
• Staying up to date with global advancements in AI and immersive technologies, and bringing new innovation opportunities into the roadmap
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations, ethical AI frameworks, and culturally sensitive standards specific to the GCC region
• Supporting the development of a high-performing, collaborative team capable of bridging technical excellence with creative ambition

What we're looking for:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or a related field (AI/ML specialisation preferred)
• At least 7 years of senior AI experience, ideally within immersive media, experience design, or large-scale digital systems
• Proven track record of deploying AI across real-time engines, audience engagement tools, or generative environments such as XR or interactive installations
• Strong background in AI infrastructure, data lifecycle, deployment frameworks (cloud and edge), and creative systems integration
• Demonstrated experience working with cross-disciplinary teams including product, R&D, creative, and engineering stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with the ability to lead while also contributing hands-on when necessary
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical ideas for non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with compliance issues around data privacy, bias mitigation, and regulatory frameworks in international and GCC markets

f you’re excited about redefining audience interaction and immersive storytelling through the power of AI and want to do it at scale - this could be the role for you.Apply now, or contact Richard Fisher - [e-mail]