As one of the world's leading engineering and digital transformation services providers, we are looking to expand our very successful Data Practice across Western Europe to meet huge increases in client demand for our services.We have a very rare opportunity for a data industry leader to join our Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) Practice with a specific focus on leading and building the business in Western Europe.You will report to the Global Head of Data Science in the US and ultimately manage and continue to hire a sizeable team as the practice continues to grow.The role offers exciting opportunities to play a highly visible role in partnership with the global data leadership team to drive growth and our go to market strategy.We offer a highly entrepreneurial and fast paced environment empowering you to truly effect substantial change and shape the outcomes of our Data Science ML/AI business.We are open to hiring someone in the UK, Germany, Netherlands or Switzerland and may consider other locations in Western Europe for the right person.ResponsibilitiesLead the Western European Data Science, ML/AI PracticeAs a part of Global Data Practice team, work with other practices, as well as European Business leadership team, to help expand our footprint across Western EuropeHelp drive Generative AI, Advanced Analytics, Computer Vision, NLP end-to-end competency development, encompassing capability scaling, opportunity intake, solutioning, staffing, and executionFocus on practical AI application frameworks, including Data, MLOps, and LLMOps as well as actively participate in the development of Responsible AI, ESG, AI Security offeringsAssist in the development of enterprise transformation offerings, with pragmatic AI adoption as a major driver for productivity enhancement and the establishment of new revenue streamsDrive vertical (business) and horizontal (enablement) cross-organizational, multi-disciplinary teams to champion an AI-first product visionAssist in forming a practical vision for AI's impact on productivity (SDLC/Engineering, customer centers, etc.)Collaborate with client partners up to C-level to bring AI products and programs to life whilst maintaining strong long lasting relationships, ensuring their satisfaction through effective delivery to maximize growthSupport sales / pre-sales activities by assessing Data opportunities, responding to RFPs, creating proposals and presentationsManage and act as a mentor to a multi-disciplinary European data team of Lead Data Scientists, Data Architects, Data Tech Consultants up to and including Senior Director level fostering their professional growth and development across ML/AIStay updated with the latest advancements in ML/AI and emerging technologies, proactively recommending new approaches and methodologies to address challenges in the space/markets and geographies in which the clients operateAttend and speak at relevant industry events and conferences showcasing EPAM's extensive and high quality delivery capabilitiesRequirementsBachelor's, Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science or a related field or extensive relevant work experienceVery strong hands-on background in data science, understanding of AI/ML technologies and conceptsGood grasp on AL/ML operationalization, MLOps, Data PlatformsIndustry visionary, avid technologist at heart and a senior proven leader who can drive a Data Science, ML/AI Practice in a large consulting organizationExtensive work history across Data technology and business with the ability to comfortably interact with colleagues and clients at all levelsProven track record in designing and implementing ML/AI solutions and end-to-end competency developmentDemonstrated experience in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders to secure funding or sell ML/AI projectsExceptional ability to drive C-level client engagements and demonstrate the full extent of EPAM's capabilities and market offeringAble to think outside the box, drive end-to-end initiatives and engagements and understand the complexity of driving changes in a global multinational organizationThis role is not exclusively focused on high level strategy/team management but a robust tech background with hands-on experience in the relevant areas highlighted is absolutely essentialWe offerEPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness coverPrivate medical insurance and dental careEmployee Assistance ProgramCompetitive group pension planCyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loansVarious perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social eventsLearning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much moreIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus programIf otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program*All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements
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