Head of Data and AI

Head of Data & AILocation: Dubai, UAEFull-time | On-site We are hiring a Head of Data & AI to lead and scale the Data & AI function for a goverment backed organisation in Dubai.You will manage an existing team of 7 Data & AI professionals, report directly to C-level leadership, and take ownership of the organisation’s Data & AI strategy, architecture and delivery as the company look to scale its capabilities and drive AI adoption across the organisation.ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor and scale the existing Data & AI teamOwn the Data & AI strategy and technical roadmapLead delivery of production AI/ML, Generative AI, LLM and Agentic AI solutionsOversee modern data platforms, engineering and AI architectureEstablish best practices across Data Engineering, AI/ML and MLOps/LLMOpsWork directly with C-level stakeholders on priorities, investment and deliveryEnsure solutions meet security, governance and scalability requirementsRequirementsStrong experience leading Data & AI teamsProven experience building or scaling technical teamsStrong background across Data Engineering, AI/ML and modern data architectureExperience delivering AI/ML solutions into productionKnowledge of GenAI, LLMs, Agentic AI and cloud technologiesExcellent communication and senior stakeholder-management skillsComfortable remaining technically involved while leading at a strategic levelWhat’s on OfferCompetitive salary packagePerformance-based annual bonusSchooling support for families + other allowancesOpportunity to lead and scale a growing Data & AI functionDirect exposure to and influence with C-level leadershipUAE-based candidates only.