Director, AI Engineering, Professional & Financial Services
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Faculty is seeking a Director, AI Engineering to be the senior technical authority for AI solutions in our Financial Services Business unit in London, blending hands-on delivery with strategic leadership. You’ll define a differentiated technical vision for banks, insurers and asset managers, mentor a world-class data science and engineering team, and lead the development of advanced AI solutions with strong MLOps and architectural governance. The role also involves executive-level client engagement and shaping technical strategy while contributing to thought leadership. To apply, tailor your CV to prove a track record of AI strategy and delivery in financial services, quantify impact, and demonstrate C-suite communication. If not all requirements are met, apply anyway or email [email protected]; flexible options may be available.
Why Faculty?
We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform their performance through human-centric AI. You can read about our real-world impact here.
We don’t chase hype cycles. We innovate, build and deploy responsible AI which moves the needle - and we know a thing or two about doing it well. We bring an unparalleled depth of technical, product and delivery expertise to our clients who span government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences and defence.
Our business, and reputation, is growing fast and we’re always on the lookout for individuals who share our intellectual curiosity and desire to build a positive legacy through technology.
AI is an epoch-defining technology, join a company where you’ll be empowered to envision its most powerful applications, and to make them happen.
About the role
As Director, AI Engineering you’ll be our most senior technical authority on the AI solutions we propose and deliver across our rapidly growing Financial Services Business unit. This is a pivotal role, requiring you to balance deep AI and machine learning expertise with commercial and strategic leadership. We’ll look to you to define a differentiated technical vision for clients across banking, insurance, and asset management, while directly mentoring our world-class team of data scientists and engineers.
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What you'll be doing:
Leading the development and delivery of advanced AI solutions, ensuring technical excellence across the entire business unit
Providing hands-on technical guidance and expertise for complex, high-priority client projects
Advising on solution architecture, advanced machine learning modelling, and engineering best practices.
Defining and championing the technical strategy and vision for our financial and professional services clients
Leading recruiting, structuring, and professional development for technical staff within the business unit.
Acting as the senior technical authority in key client meetings to secure and expand market opportunities
Creating and sharing impactful technical thought leadership through conferences, articles, and other media
Who we're looking for:
You are an experienced technology leader, with a proven track record of successfully leading AI/ML strategy and project delivery
You bring a strong understanding of MLOps, with experience deploying commercially valuable AI applications within the financial services sector
You have experience leading full-stack technology teams, backed by a solid grasp of systems architecture and engineering fundamentals.
You possess deep knowledge of the financial services landscape, including commercial drivers and how AI can accelerate business outcomes for banks and insurers
You are an excellent communicator, able to clearly explain complex technical information and strategy to both internal teams and C-suite clients.
You have an interest, and proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing data scientists and machine learning engineers
Our Recruitment Ethos
We aim to grow the best team - not the most similar one. We know that diversity of individuals fosters diversity of thought, and that strengthens our principle of seeking truth. And we know from experience that diverse teams deliver better work, relevant to the world in which we live. We’re united by a deep intellectual curiosity and desire to use our abilities for measurable positive impact. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations.
Some of our standout benefits:
Unlimited Annual Leave Policy
Private healthcare and dental
Enhanced parental leave
Family-Friendly Flexibility & Flexible working
Sanctus Coaching
Hybrid Working (2 days in our Old Street office, London)
If you don’t feel you meet all the requirements, but are excited by the role and know you bring some key strengths, please do apply or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential chat - [email protected] Please know we are open to conversations about part-time roles or condensed hours.