Director of AI

Mirai Arabian International Company Limited; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 449,943 - 562,429; Full time

Job summary

Mirai Arabian International Company Limited is looking for a Director of AI to lead AI strategy and team development. This influential role requires overseeing the production roadmap and integrating AI solutions across the business while collaborating globally.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in AI project leadership, team management, and a deep understanding of software solutions. The role is pivotal in fostering local talent within KSA and driving innovation within the gaming ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing AI projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of AI-enabled solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with international teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production roadmap for AI solutions.
• Build and mentor high-performing AI teams.
• Ensure alignment of AI tools with business goals.
• Drive community initiatives and partnerships.
• Support executive data-driven decision-making.

Skills

AI strategy

Production leadership

Team development

Project management

AI software solutions

Education

Relevant degree in Computer Science or similar

Job description

Company Overview

Mirai, a Scopely company, is a video game support studio based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focused on building industry-defining interactive entertainment experiences. Part of the Savvy Games Group, Mirai plays a critical role in developing the gaming ecosystem across the MENA region.

Role Summary

Mirai is seeking a product- and team-focused Director of AI to join the leadership team. This role combines local and global AI strategy, production leadership, and team development. The Director of AI will lead the production roadmap and integration of AI solutions across a variety of Scopely business units and studio operations teams while building local capability and driving innovation. Reporting to the CEO, this role is both strategic and hands‑on, working closely with Scopely's global GenAI teams, internal and global stakeholders, while leading a local department consisting of AI Engineers, Project Managers, and Product Managers.

AI & Production Leadership

• Oversee end-to-end development of automation and AI-enabled software solutions for a variety of internal clients and use cases.
• Support the design and implementation of AI strategy across the team's production pipelines.
• Ensure alignment between product vision, technical feasibility, and business goals.
• Collaborate with global teams to integrate best practices and maintain quality.
• Ensure scalable and agile production processes leveraging AI.

Strategic AI Integration

• Identify high-impact AI use cases across development, operations, and player experience in collaboration with Scopely CTO and Mirai CEO.
• Drive adoption of AI tools across Central Teams, Engineering, QA, Marketing, Business Development, and Analytics.
• Ensure responsible AI usage, governance, compliance, risk management, and ethics.

Regional Talent Development

• Build and mentor high-performing multidisciplinary teams focused on AI solution creation, integration, and adoption at scale.
• Develop local AI and technical talent in KSA and MENA, growing the Department to a world-class center of excellence.
• Establish internship, mentorship, and training programmes.
• Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and inclusion.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Growth

• Build partnerships with global studios, academia, and AI technology providers.
• Drive community initiatives including AI jams and participation in local industry events.
• Support development of the regional gaming and AI ecosystem.

Mirai Studio Senior Leadership

• Contribute to long-term strategy, operational excellence, and culture of Mirai Studio at large.
• Define Department OKRs, manage Department budgets, and ensure sustainable, long-term success of the Department.
• Collaborate with Scopely CTO and Mirai CEO to align AI and production strategy with business objectives, locally for Mirai and globally for internal clients.
• Support executive decision-making with data and insights.
• Act as Studio Expert to support adoption of AI solutions and mindset across the entire Mirai Studio.