Job Overview

Responsible for designing and establishing the solution architecture for analytical platforms and/or data-enabled solutions.Has broad understanding of the entire data and analytics eco-system of tools and technologies, with hands-on experience across all three core data domains of data science, data engineering, and data visualization. Responsible for fleshing out the details of the end-to-end component architecture being implemented by the team. Contributes to the team's development velocity, if necessary. Understands how an organization's data platform integrates within the overall technical architecture. Understands the business purpose the role fulfills, and the roadmap for the lifecycle of an organization's systems. Sets the direction and establishes the approach for integrating information applications and programs.

Roles & Responsibilities

 

1. AI Execution & Portfolio Delivery

• Translate CIO-led AI strategy into a clear, prioritized execution roadmap.
• Shape, plan, and deliver AI initiatives from ideation to industrialization.
• Ensure each initiative has defined business objectives, success metrics, and value tracking.
• Drive on-time, on-budget delivery of AI use cases aligned with BU priorities.

2. Partnership with the ICT AI Lab

• Co-develop the AI Lab team (AI engineers, data scientists, MLOps, product roles).
• Establish delivery standards, development patterns, and reuse of AI components.
• Create a high-performance, outcome-driven culture focused on iteration and continuous improvement.
• Co-own capacity planning and skills development for the AI Lab.

3. AI Governance & Responsible Use

• Implement and enforce BU-level AI governance, aligned with enterprise policies.
• Ensure compliance with security, data privacy, legal, and ethical AI guidelines.
• Define standards for model lifecycle management, documentation, monitoring, and risk management.
• Act as the first line of control for AI risk within the BU.

4. AI Literacy, Change & Communication

• Support the CIO and AI Council in driving AI literacy across the BU and in alignment with the Segment.
• Lead communication on AI initiatives, success stories, and lessons learned.
• Act as an AI ambassador making AI adoption accessible, practical, and impactful.

5. External Partner Orchestration

• Monitor, report and propose improvements in the flex delivery model combining internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure effective knowledge transfer and capability build-up within the AI Lab.
• Optimize external spend with a focus on speed, quality, and sustainability.

6. Platform & Technology Enablement

• Serve as an architect and ensure effective use of Databricks (data, analytics, ML, GenAI) and AWS for AI workloads, scalability, and integration.
• Coordinate integration with core systems (SAP, MES, Salesforce, Planisware, etc.).
• Partner with DD&T Data & Analytics Lead and enterprise IT (TEIS) to align architecture, tooling, and security standards.

Desired Candidate

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Data, or a related field.
• 8–12+ years of experience in digital transformation, analytics, AI, consulting, or technology-driven roles.
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives in a structured manner.
• Strong understanding of AI and advanced analytics concepts (practical exposure preferred).
• Experience working with data platforms and analytics ecosystems (e.g., Databricks, cloud platforms such as AWS).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear executive-level insights.
• High level of autonomy, judgment, and comfort operating in an evolving, ambiguous environment.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience in AI-driven transformation or analytics programs at scale.
• Exposure to enterprise environments (ERP, CRM, engineering, operations, or supply chain systems).
• Strong storytelling skills with a focus on business value and outcomes.
• Structured thinker with strong program management and prioritization skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without formal authority.

Curiosity and passion for emerging technologies and continuous improvement

Competencies