A leading European consulting group with a specialist digital product and technology consultancy, partnering with major global organizations to create and scale innovative digital products used by millions. Bringing strategy, design, engineering, and AI together under one roof, the business takes a hands-on, end-to-end approach, supporting clients from initial concept through development, launch, and continued growth.
An opportunity to join a growing global AI practice of 30+ specialists across North America and Europe as AI Tech Director and the most senior AI technical leader in North America. Combining executive-level consulting, technical leadership, and hands-on expertise, you'll work directly with CTOs and senior stakeholders to define AI strategy, shape architecture, and lead complex initiatives from concept to production. Alongside influencing multimillion-dollar engagements, you'll mentor engineering teams, drive commercial opportunities, shape proposals, and play a pivotal role in establishing and growing the firm's AI presence in the U.S. market.
Required Skills & Experience- Commercial consulting experience - ability to sell AI ideas, project scoping, proposals, budget developments
- Software Engineering Leadership background
- Currently leading AI teams for last ~3 years
Desired Skills & Experience- Understanding of traditional ML and CV
- Edge AI, robotics or on-device AI experience
- Retail, automotive, hospitality, or consumer brand experience
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
- 30% - AI Engineering: Strong Python and TypeScript engineering background, building scalable, production-ready AI applications.
- 40% - Generative AI & LLM Technologies: LLMs, RAG architectures, embeddings, vector databases, AI agents, and model evaluation frameworks.
- 30% - AI Architecture & Delivery: Designing, architecting, and delivering complex, enterprise-scale AI systems from concept through production deployment.
Daily Responsibilities- 30% - Technical Leadership: Set AI technical direction, define architecture, and guide engineering teams.
- 25% - Client Consulting: Work with CTOs and executive stakeholders to shape AI strategy and advise on solutions.
- 20% - AI Solution Delivery: Oversee the design, development, and deployment of enterprise AI systems.
- 15% - Commercial Leadership: Shape proposals, define project scopes, and influence multimillion-dollar engagements.
- 10% - Team & Practice Development: Mentor engineers, develop AI capabilities, and grow the firm's U.S. AI presence.