Head of Data and AI
About this role
Job Title: Head of Data and AI
Location: Thailand
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing technology company specializing in AI-driven enterprise solutions that deliver measurable business impact. The organization is expanding its capabilities across advanced analytics, Large Language Models (LLMs), and intelligent automation to support large-scale enterprise clients.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Head of Data and AI to lead the companys data and AI vision, strategy, and execution. This role combines technical leadership, AI research direction, data strategy, and enterprise solution delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Data Science, proven experience with LLM implementation, and the leadership capability to build and scale high-performing Data and AI teams.
You will serve as the organizations data and AI authority, shaping the roadmap, guiding innovation, and ensuring successful deployment of scalable AI and data solutions at enterprise scale.
Key Responsibilities
Data & AI Strategy
Define and drive the company-wide Data and AI strategy and roadmap
Act as the internal and external Data & AI subject-matter expert
Identify new opportunities where data and AI can create business value
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across Data Engineering, Data Science, AI Engineering, and AI Research
Build a strong culture focused on innovation, experimentation, and delivery excellence
Oversee hiring, capability development, and team scaling initiatives
Solution Delivery
Guide end-to-end delivery of enterprise data and AI solutions, from concept to deployment
Ensure scalable, secure, and production-ready architectures
Collaborate with Solution Architects, Engineers, and Business Teams to translate data and AI into measurable business outcomes
AI Research & Innovation
Drive research initiatives in LLMs, Generative AI, and advanced ML techniques
Evaluate emerging AI technologies and integrate relevant advancements into company solutions
Establish best practices in AI model governance, evaluation, and lifecycle management
Qualifications
Strong background in Data Science, Machine Learning, or AI Engineering
Proven hands-on experience implementing LLM-based solutions in production environments
At least 3 years of experience managing Data or AI teams
Demonstrated success delivering large-scale enterprise IT, data, or AI solutions
Solid understanding of data architecture, AI model lifecycle, MLOps, and data pipelines
Ability to balance research innovation with practical business delivery
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on enterprise-scale or mission-critical technology projects
Background in AI productization, data platforms, or AI platform development
Exposure to AI governance, responsible AI, and data governance frameworks
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