Client Engagement Director - Data & AI (Midwest Region)

EPAM Systems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA

FSAs

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn learning

401(k)

PTO

ID theft protection

Accident insurance

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

EPAM Systems in the United States Midwest region seeks a Client Engagement Director to lead strategic account development in Data & AI, driving growth and client value across a regional portfolio.

You will build senior relationships, shape analytics roadmaps, and oversee multi-service engagements while guiding delivery teams. The role requires 10+ years in Data & AI consulting, proven revenue growth, and strong strategic/tactical capabilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Data & AI consulting or delivery.
• Proven success in developing and growing client relationships with strong business acumen.
• Experience leading complex data analytics projects and engagements with revenue impact.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels and support delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted senior client relationships and act as principal advisor.
• Provide thought leadership in Data & AI, shaping analytics agenda and opportunities.
• Drive adoption of core services: platform development, AI use cases, analytics, process automation, data modernization.
• Grow strategic accounts and expand engagements to multi-million annual values.
• Lead or support complex transformational initiatives as architect, consultant, or program lead.
• Co-develop account plans with senior leadership for delivery, growth, and satisfaction.
• Travel up to 30% regionally and maintain a hybrid work setup.

Skills

Data & AI consulting

Account leadership

Stakeholder management

Delivery leadership

Job description

Are you a seasoned Data & AI consultant ready to drive growth and innovation in a newly consolidated North American business unit? EPAM is seeking a Client Engagement Director to lead strategic account development and drive our data and AI business in the Midwest region. Join a global leader in digital transformation and make a high-impact contribution to our clients and business.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted partner relationships with senior client stakeholders, serving as a principal advisor and engagement lead
• Provide thought leadership in Data & AI, helping clients define their analytics agenda and identify opportunities for value creation
• Proactively drive the adoption of six core services: Data & AI platform development/support, AI use case implementation, modern analytics, business process automation, and data modernization
• Develop and grow key strategic accounts, expanding engagements to $5-10M annually
• Pursue and win strategic opportunities across a diverse portfolio of regional accounts
• Enable and educate business unit and business development teams to identify and source new opportunities
• Align with business teams and senior leadership to co-develop account plans and strategies for delivery, growth, and client satisfaction
• Lead complex transformational initiatives, serving as solution architect, consultant, program manager, or engagement leader as needed
• Own and contribute to strategic deliverables such as strategy, target operating model, solution visions, and roadmaps
• Maintain a hybrid work setup, with up to 30% regional travel to client sites and EPAM offices

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Data & AI consulting or delivery
• Proven success in developing and growing client relationships, with strong business acumen
• Experience leading complex data analytics projects and engagements, with a track record of driving revenue and value creation
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, adding value to clients and supporting delivery teams
• Strong understanding of data platforms, analytics, AI, and modernization trends; practical experience with major data analytics technologies
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders
• Experience with end-to-end data analytics project delivery, including solution design and technology selection
• Ability to travel regionally up to 30% of the time

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $180,000 - $220,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position. EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.