Director - Data and Analytics Product - Global Functions (Open)

# Director - Data and Analytics Product - Global Functions (Open) ## Job Summary The Director of Data and Analytics Product for Global Functions will play a pivotal role in understanding the needs and data requirements of customer groups and users. This position is responsible for managing key business relationships within the AI/ML portfolio, ensuring successful delivery of data products, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the team. ## Responsibilities - Understand the needs, business processes, and data requirements of customer groups and users, managing key business relationships for the AI/ML portfolio. - Manage a portfolio of data products, identifying synergies and dependencies to ensure successful delivery. - Combine business understanding with knowledge of established and emerging AI/ML capabilities to identify and cultivate use cases from ideas into potential Data & Analytics (D&A) products. - Build and manage a team of AI/ML professionals, including data scientists, machine learning engineers, and researchers, ensuring they have clear objectives and necessary resources. - Oversee the development and implementation of AI/ML projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and achieving desired outcomes. - Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the AI/ML team, including mentoring and career growth opportunities. - Encourage innovation and experimentation within the team to explore new AI/ML techniques and applications. - Ensure AI/ML practices adhere to ethical standards and comply with relevant laws and regulations, particularly regarding data privacy and security. - Collaborate with other departments, such as GP&T, product management, and business units, to integrate AI/ML solutions into the broader business strategy. - Stay updated on the latest developments in AI/ML technology and research to maintain a competitive edge and apply cutting-edge methods to solve business problems. - Engage with internal partners to understand business processes, develop hypotheses, and translate requirements into an analytic approach. - Work with business leaders to identify critical business problems that could be solved using Generative AI and leverage the latest Large Language Models (LLMs). - Use experimentation, user demos, and rapid feedback to iteratively refine the D&A Product Roadmap and backlog throughout the product lifecycle. - Confirm that delivery from the development team meets business requirements and creates expected value in line with business KPIs. - Coach and guide wider Data, Analytics, and AI teams, promoting a culture of continuous improvement. ## Qualifications - Proven experience in managing AI/ML product portfolios and teams. - Strong understanding of data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence technologies. - Excellent leadership and team management skills. - Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset. - Familiarity with data privacy laws and ethical standards in AI/ML. - Educational qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees (Master's or PhD) preferred. ## Preferred Skills - Experience with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). - Knowledge of agile methodologies and product management frameworks. - Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms and tools. ## Experience - Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in data analytics, AI/ML, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. ## Environment - Work location: Bengaluru Luxor North Tower. - Work type: Full-time. - Work mode: Hybrid. ## Salary - Estimated salary range: ₹14,000,000. ## Growth Opportunities - Opportunities for career advancement within the organization, including leadership roles in data and analytics. ## Benefits - Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.