AI Solutions Head [Riyadh]

We seek a technically strong and solution-oriented AI Head to support designing and implementing advanced AI and analytics solutions. This role is ideal for someone with 8+ years of experience in data science and applied machine learning who enjoys combining technical depth with real-world problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy machine learning models and algorithms to address complex business challenges.
• Translate intricate business problems into technical solutions.
• Write clean, modular, and scalable code suitable for production environments.
• Lead data mining and collection strategies to prepare large-scale data for predictive and prescriptive modelling.
• Analyze extensive, complex datasets to extract insights and communicate results effectively.
• Innovate new modelling and machine learning approaches to enhance existing processes and capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, MLOps, and leadership, to define problem statements, scope projects, and deliver analytics solutions.
• Mentor peers in data science and model development, promoting best practices.
• Remain abreast of the latest technologies and trends in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in machine learning, data science, or applied analytics roles.
• Strong hands-on experience in building, validating, and deploying ML models.
• Experience delivering solutions in real-world environments.
• Solid understanding and proficiency in working with Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch, and SQL.
• Solid understanding of data structures, data modelling, and software architecture.
• Strong analytical skills with an aptitude for problem-solving and innovation.
• Experience working in cross-cultural and cross-functional teams, ideally in a product company.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).

Desirable skills:

• Client-Facing Analytics Solutioning – Collaborate with client engagement and technical teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable AI/analytics solutions.
• Provide strategic input on solution design, aligning analytical capabilities with client objectives.
• Serve as a technical lead in solution delivery discussions and workshops with clients.