Our client is an innovative AI firm, serving as a transformative force in the AI landscape. They are dedicated to advancing AI technologies across various domains, starting with healthcare, education, and legal sectors. By prioritizing the decentralisation of data ownership, our client pioneers new benchmarks in privacy and security, empowering enterprises and government entities with full data control. Through strategic alliances, our client seeks to revolutionize AI accessibility, catalyzing a new phase for the UAE's knowledge economy and positioning the nation as a frontrunner in the global AI arena.

Seeking a strategic Director of Engineering to lead the team and drive technical solutions. The role entails shaping engineering strategy, overseeing product development, ensuring top quality services, and fostering innovation. Responsibilities include team leadership, roadmap execution, collaboration across functions, adoption of best practices, stakeholder management, and staying abreast of emerging technology. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 8+ years of software engineering experience, leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for continuous learning. Benefits include a competitive salary, opportunities for innovation, a collaborative work environment, and prospects for career growth.

This role is open to exceptional candidates across the world, the client will cover the relocation cost.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Define and execute engineering strategies and roadmaps in alignment with the company's objectives and product vision.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and research, to drive the development of cutting-edge AI solutions.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of AI models and algorithms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Drive the adoption of best practices, processes, and methodologies to optimize the development lifecycle and enhance productivity.
• Identify and prioritize technical initiatives and investments to address key challenges, drive innovation, and improve product quality.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive landscape to inform technical decisions and innovation efforts.



Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record of 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive experience in leading and managing engineering teams, delivering complex technical projects, and driving product development initiatives.
• Strong technical expertise in AI, machine learning, and data science, with a deep understanding of algorithms, models, and frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Passion for AI technology and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.