AI & Digital Transformation Lead

EXECUTIVE SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

EXECUTIVE SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD seeks an AI & Digital Transformation Lead to spearhead enterprise AI, ML, Generative AI and digital transformation across maritime, ERP, and corporate functions.

Lead AI strategy, architecture, governance and technology roadmap while designing, deploying and optimising enterprise AI platforms. Collaborate with senior management and external partners to deliver secure, scalable AI capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/AI/Data Science or related field.
• 10+ years in enterprise software development, AI, ML, or digital transformation.
• At least 5 years in technical leadership roles (AI Architect, Principal Engineer, AI Lead).
• Proven experience delivering enterprise AI solutions in large organisations.
• Experience integrating AI with ERP systems (SAP, MS Dynamics, IFS, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the enterprise AI strategy, architecture, governance framework and digital transformation roadmap.
• Architect, deploy and optimise AI/ML, Generative AI, LLMs, automation and analytics solutions integrated with ERP and maritime applications.
• Establish AI platforms, data architecture, pipelines, BI, dashboards and knowledge management.
• Lead lifecycle management of AI models, copilots, agents, NLP and enterprise AI applications.
• Ensure cybersecurity, data privacy, regulatory compliance and Responsible AI governance.
• Build and mentor the AI engineering function and manage technology partnerships.
• Drive innovation, AI adoption and continuous improvement to boost business performance.

Skills

AI architecture

Enterprise AI strategy

Leadership

ML / Generative AI

Governance & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / AI / Data Science

Job description

Position Overview

The AI & Digital TransformationLead will spearhead the Company's enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Generative AI, and Digital Transformation initiatives, driving the adoption of AI technologies across maritime operations, fleet management, ERP systems, and corporate functions.

The incumbent will define the organisation's AI strategy, architecture, governance, and technology roadmap while leading the design, development, deployment, and continuous optimisation of enterprise AI platforms and intelligent business solutions. This role requires close collaboration with senior management, operational departments, technical stakeholders, and external technology partners to deliver secure, scalable, and business-driven AI capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. AI Strategy, Architecture & Governance

• Define and lead the enterprise AI strategy, architecture, governance framework, technology roadmap, responsible AI practices, and digital transformation initiatives aligned with business objectives.

2. Enterprise AI Solution Design & Integration

• Architect and deliver scalable AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation, and analytics solutions integrated with ERP systems, maritime applications, IoT platforms, enterprise systems, and external data sources by prioritizing AI use cases across Marine, Technical, Crewing, HSEQ, Finance, Procurement, HR, Legal and Ship IT.

3. AI Platform, Data Engineering & Analytics

• Establish enterprise AI platforms, data architecture, governance, data pipelines, business intelligence, reporting, dashboards, and enterprise knowledge management to enable data-driven decision-making.

4. AI/ML, Generative AI & LLMOps

• Lead the development, deployment, optimisation, and lifecycle management of AI/ML models, LLMs, RAG, AI Copilots, intelligent agents, predictive analytics, NLP, and enterprise AI applications.

5. Technology, Security & Compliance

• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and vendors while ensuring cybersecurity, data privacy, regulatory compliance, Responsible AI governance, and enterprise architecture standards.

6. Leadership, Stakeholder Management & Delivery

• Build and lead the AI engineering function, mentor technical teams, manage technology partners, and collaborate with business stakeholders to deliver high-impact AI and digital transformation initiatives.

7. Innovation & Change Management

• Drive AI innovation, enterprise adoption, operational excellence, user enablement, and continuous improvement to enhance business performance and organisational capability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum10 years of experience in enterprise software development, AI, Machine Learning, or digital transformation.
• At least 5 years in a technical leadership, AI Architect, Principal Engineer, or AI Lead capacity.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise AI solutions in large organisations.
• Experience delivering Generative AI, LLM, RAG, Agentic AI, or enterprise AI platforms in production environments.
• Experience integrating AI solutions with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, IFS, or maritime ERP platforms.
• Experience within the maritime, shipping, offshore, logistics, engineering, energy, or asset-intensive industries will be highly advantageous.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.