Job descriptionxe2x80x8bLocation: United Arab Emirates (UAE) | On-SiteInternational applicants welcome - full relocation package available.Lead AI Innovation with LLMs & Generative AIA leading UAE financial institution is expanding its AI capabilities with a dedicated AI & Data Science team focused on deploying LLMs, RAG, and Generative AI at scale. With several AI products already in production and a roadmap to launch 10+ AI-driven solutions in 2025, this role blends the resources of a major enterprise with the agility of an innovation hub.We seek a Head of Data Science to lead the development of cutting-edge AI solutions, drive innovation in LLMs and GenAI, and oversee the full lifecycle of AI-driven products. This is a strategic role, requiring hands-on leadership in building, scaling, and deploying AI models that deliver real business impact.Key ResponsibilitiesLead AI innovation with a focus on LLMs, Generative AI, and RAG for real-world applications.Drive end-to-end development and deployment of AI models from ideation to production.Build and scale an elite data science team, fostering a high-performance culture.Develop and implement AI strategies that transform business operations and customer experiences.Work cross-functionally to embed AI into core products and services.Stay ahead of advancements in LLMs, GenAI, and retrieval-augmented generation to ensure cutting-edge solutions.Define AI governance, scalability, and commercialization strategies for sustainable impact.Your Profile12+ years of data science & AI experience, with 5+ years leading AI-driven product development.Proven track record in building and deploying LLMs, RAG, and GenAI-powered solutions.Strong hands-on experience in NLP, ML, deep learning, and AI architecture.Leadership in managing AI researchers, ML engineers, and data science teams.Experience driving AI adoption and commercialization in large organizations.Background in financial services, fintech, or AI-driven enterprises preferred.Degree in CS, AI, Data Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred).xe2x80x8bThis is a career-defining opportunity to lead AI-driven transformation in one of the Middle East's top financial institutions.Apply now to be considered-this is an ON-SITE role and requires relocation.