SVP Of Data Science & AI

SVP Of Data Science & AI (Relocate to Abu Dhabi)

This is a senior leadership opportunity where you\’ll shape and deliver transformative AI solutions across multiple business units. The Data Science vertical will be managed for a large-scale AI Innovation Hub for one of the region’s biggest banks.

Base pay range

A$250,000/yr – A$600,000/yr

SVP of Data Science & AI (FS AI Innovation)

Relocate to Dubai/Abu Dhabi

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the Data Science vertical for a large-scale AI Innovation Hub
• Build and mentor multidisciplinary teams of data scientists and ML experts
• Develop and deploy AI use cases that solve real commercial problems
• Design and implement scalable machine learning, NLP, and deep learning models
• Work cross-functionally with product, tech, and business stakeholders to drive data-first decision making
• Build data pipelines, predictive models, and advanced analytics frameworks to accelerate data maturity
• Own the AI roadmap, aligning with business KPIs and long-term growth
• Drive innovation and experimentation using emerging AI technologies, including Generative AI

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years of data science experience, with 5+ years in a leadership capacity
• Proven ability to manage complex, multidimensional teams in fast-paced environments
• Deep technical understanding of AI, machine learning, deep learning, and LLMs
• Strong track record of guiding AI strategy and deploying models at scale
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder alignment skills
• Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field with a strong AI focus

This is a strategic, high-visibility role with one of the region’s most ambitious AI programs. If you’re a visionary leader ready to make impact at scale, we want to hear from you.

In you want to hear more, Apply now to be considered!

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Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting