Ai jobs in Saudi Arabia

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 - rf@skillsearch.com