Director Data & Artificial Intelligence

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Nordrhein-Westfalen
Region:Nordrhein-Westfalen
Sector:Data & AI
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:9253
Post Date:May 18, 2026

About the Role

Director of Data & AI 
Location: North Rhine-Westphalia / Hybrid

Our client is seeking a Director of Data & AI to lead governance, strategy and operational oversight across data, AI and platform initiatives within a complex technology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and develop governance frameworks across data, AI, APIs and platform operations.
  • Lead cross-functional governance initiatives and stakeholder alignment activities.
  • Establish standards related to data management, interoperability and AI governance.
  • Support governance across decentralised data and platform environments.
  • Drive continuous improvement across data adoption, platform usage and AI operations.

Your Profile:

  • Strong experience within data, AI or governance-focused leadership roles.
  • Experience with governance frameworks across data, APIs and AI environments.
  • Understanding of regulatory and compliance-related requirements.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Technical or engineering understanding of modern data and software environments.

What’s on Offer?

  • Senior leadership role with strategic responsibility.
  • Exposure to large-scale data and AI initiatives.
  • Flexible hybrid working model.
  • Collaborative and modern working environment.

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