SaT-DNA-Executive Director

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Executive Director – Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Generative AI (GenAI) Leader

EY-Px team is a multi-disciplinary technology team delivering client projects and solutions across key sectors and functions across the deal life cycle which helps organizations re-imagine and scale up their existing portfolios through the adoption of digital and AI/GenAI capabilities on top of strong data and cloud solution skills. These assignments cover a wide range of countries and industry sectors.

The opportunity

As the Executive Director of AI & GenAI at [SaT GDS], you will spearhead the integration of cutting-edge AI solutions to solve complex client challenges, driving measurable impact across revenue growth, cost optimization, and customer experience enhancement. This leadership role requires a visionary with deep technical expertise in AI/GenAI and a proven track record in consulting, enabling you to collaborate with regional partners to secure high-value engagements and deliver scalable, cross-sector solutions.

Your key responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Business Development
  • Partner with regional practice teams to identify AI-driven opportunities, craft tailored proposals, and win client engagements.
  • Lead client workshops to diagnose pain points, design AI strategies, and articulate ROI-driven use cases (e.g., GenAI for hyper-personalization, predictive analytics for supply chain optimization).
  • Build trusted advisor relationships with C-suite stakeholders, aligning AI initiatives with business outcomes.

• AI Solution Development
  • Architect end-to-end AI solutions: ideation, data strategy, model development (ML/GenAI), MLOps, and scaling.
  • Drive cross-sector innovation (e.g., GenAI-powered customer service automation for retail, predictive maintenance in manufacturing).
  • Ensure ethical AI practices, governance, and compliance across deployments.

• Thought Leadership & Market Presence
  • Publish insights on AI trends (e.g., multimodality, RAG architectures)
  • Shape the AI go-to-market strategy, enhancing its reputation as a leader in transformative AI consulting.

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Skills and attributes for success

• Technical Expertise:
  • Mastery of AI/GenAI lifecycle: NLP, deep learning (Transformers, GANs), cloud platforms (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML), and tools (LangChain, Hugging Face).
  • Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and generative models (GPT, Claude, Stable Diffusion).

• Consulting Acumen:
  • 15+ years in top-tier consulting, with 5+ years leading AI engagements.
  • Expertise in stakeholder management, value storytelling, and commercial negotiation.

• Leadership:
  • Track record of building high-performing teams and strong AI portfolios.
  • Exceptional communication skills, bridging technical and executive audiences.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Experience of guiding teams on Projects focusing on AI/Data Science and Communicating results to clients
• Familiar in implementing solutions in Azure Cloud Framework
• Excellent Presentation Skills
• 18+ years of relevant work experience in developing and implementing AI, Machine Learning Models[1]experience of deployment in Azure is preferred
• Experience in application of statistical techniques like Linear and Non-Linear Regression/classification/optimization, Forecasting and Text analytics.
• Familiarity with deep learning and machine learning algorithms and the use of popular AI/ML frameworks
• Minimum 6 years of experience in working with NLG, LLM, DL Techniques
• Relevant understanding of Deep Learning and neural network techniques
• Expertise in implementing applications using open source and proprietary LLM models
• Proficient in using Langchain-type orchestrators or similar Generative AI workflow management tools
• Minimum of 6-9 years of programming in Python
• Experience with the software development life cycle (SDLC) and principles of product development
• Willingness to mentor team members
• Solid thoughtfulness, technical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• PhD/ MS/ Mtech/ Btech in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• Published research/papers on AI/GenAI applications.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Ability to think strategically/end-to-end with result-oriented mindset
• Ability to build rapport within the firm and win the trust of clients
• Willingness to travel extensively and to work on client sites / practice office locations

Why Join Us

• Lead AI innovation at scale for Fortune 500 clients, backed by a global brand and multidisciplinary experts.
• Thrive in a culture of entrepreneurship, with access to proprietary datasets and emerging tech partnerships.
• Accelerate your career through executive visibility and equity in shaping the future of AI consulting.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations –Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success, as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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