Research AI (Artificial Intelligence) Transformation Lead

Deutsche Bank AG; Town of Columbus (NY); Hybrid; USD 360,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Generous vacation

Personal and volunteer days

Health and wellbeing benefits

Retirement savings plans

Parental leave

Family building benefits

Educational resources

Matching gift

Volunteer programs

Job summary

Deutsche Bank AG in New York is seeking an AI Transformation Lead to define and execute a multi-year AI strategy for the Research Division. You will partner with technology, data teams, and analysts to identify high-impact use cases and deliver scalable, production-ready AI solutions.

The role requires executive leadership, strong communication, and change management to drive adoption, governance, and responsible AI practices across global research teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Quantitative Finance or related discipline.
• Senior AI transformation leadership with 10+ years in technology and financial services.

Responsibilities

• Set the AI strategy: define and deliver a multi-year AI roadmap for Research aligned with priorities.
• Lead delivery end to end from concept to production deployment and adoption tracking.
• Partner with Technology, data teams, vendors, and analysts to design scalable AI tools and platforms.
• Drive adoption, change management, training, and governance for responsible AI use.

Skills

AI Strategy

Leadership

AI/ML

NLP/LLMs

Cloud + MLOps

Stakeholder Management

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science / AI / Data Science / Quantitative Finance or related

Job description

Job Description:Job Title Research AI Transformation LeadCorporate Title Managing Director / DirectorLocation New YorkOverviewDeutsche Bank Research is responsible for economic and financial analysis within Deutsche Bank Group and covers asset allocation and all major industry sectors. We analyze relevant trends for the bank in financial markets, the economy and society, highlight risks and opportunities and act as consultant for the bank, its clients and stake-holders.We are seeking an AI Transformation Lead to drive the strategic integration and adoption of AI technologies across the global division. This senior leadership role will shape the future of research analysis and digital content delivery by leveraging advanced AI capabilities.The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and executing the AI strategy for the Research Division, identifying and prioritizing high-impact use cases, and partnering with technology divisions to implement scalable solutions. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of both AI technologies and the complexities of financial analysis, coupled with executive-level leadership, communication, and change management capabilities.What We Offer YouA diverse and inclusive environment that embraces change, innovation, and collaborationA hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, generous vacation, personal and volunteer daysEmployee Resource Groups support an inclusive workplace for everyone and promote community engagementCompetitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits, retirement savings plans, parental leave, and family building benefitsEducational resources, matching gift, and volunteer programsWhat You’ll DoSet the AI strategy: Define and deliver a multi-year AI roadmap for Research, aligned with business priorities and the bank’s broader digital agenda.Prioritize high-value use cases: Partner with analysts to identify AI opportunities that improve workflows, strengthen research output, and generate measurable client and commercial impact.Lead delivery end to end: Oversee AI initiatives from concept and prototyping through production deployment, adoption tracking, and performance monitoring.Build scalable solutions: Work with Technology, data teams, vendors, and partners to design secure, robust, and production-ready AI tools and platforms.Drive adoption and change: Champion AI across Research through stakeholder engagement, training, communication, and practical upskilling programmes.Ensure responsible AI governance: Establish controls for data privacy, model transparency, explainability, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and ethical AI use.Skills You’ll NeedEducational qualifications: Advanced degree preferred in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Quantitative Finance or a related discipline.Senior AI transformation leadership: 10+ years’ experience at the intersection of technology and financial services, with a track record of leading complex AI/ML initiatives from strategy to scaled delivery.AI strategy and execution: Proven ability to define AI roadmaps, build business cases, prioritize high-impact use cases, and move initiatives from concept through production deployment.Technical fluency: Strong understanding of modern AI/ML techniques, including NLP, LLMs, generative AI, supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, cloud AI architectures and MLOps.Skills That Will Help You ExcelResearch and markets expertise: Strong knowledge of capital markets, investment research methodologies, macroeconomic analysis, and quantitative and qualitative datasets across major asset classes.Executive stakeholder leadership: Ability to translate technical complexity into business strategy, influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and operate effectively in a regulated global organization.ExpectationsIt is the Bank’s expectation that employees hired into this role will work in the New York office in accordance with the Bank’s hybrid working model.Deutsche Bank provides reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees with a substantiated need based on disability and/or religion.The salary range for this position in New York, NY is 360k-460k. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.Deutsche Bank BenefitsAt Deutsche Bank, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. That’s why we are focused on providing benefits and perks that enable our colleagues to live authentically and be their whole selves, at every stage of life. We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home. Click here to learn more!Learn more about your life at Deutsche Bank through the eyes of our current employees: https://careers.db.com/lifeThe California Consumer Privacy Act outlines how companies can use personal information. If you are interested in receiving a copy of Deutsche Bank’s California Privacy Notice, please email [e-mail] .#LI-HYBRIDWe strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Click these links to view Deutsche Bank’s Equal Opportunity Policy Statement and the following notices: EEOC Know Your Rights ; Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act ; and Employee Polygraph Protection Act .