Data & AI Senior Consultant / Associate Manager SIA partners

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Posted 5 hrs ago

Experience

4 - 12 Years

Job Location

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Education

Bachelor of Science(Computers), Master of Science

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Lead delivery projects with our clients on a wide range of topics:

  • Lead and deliver client engagements across a broad range of Data Science, AI, and Generative AI topics, including enterprise AI transformation, analytics, and intelligent automation initiatives.
  • Develop Data & AI strategies, operating models, and implementation roadmaps aligned with client business objectives and digital transformation agendas.
  • Design and deliver advanced analytics, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Agentic AI solutions across cloud ecosystems including Microsoft Azure, Azure OpenAI, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Design and implement LLM-powered solutions, including RAG architectures, AI agents, prompt engineering frameworks, orchestration layers, and vector database integrations.
  • Lead functional data architecture, data modelling, and data engineering activities, including ETL/ELT pipelines, API integrations, and structured/unstructured data processing to maximize enterprise data value.
  • Develop and deploy Machine Learning and AI models, including predictive analytics, supervised and unsupervised learning, forecasting, NLP, recommendation engines, and quantitative analysis use cases.
  • Support the setup of scalable AI/ML deployment environments through MLOps practices, model lifecycle management, monitoring, and governance frameworks.
  • Deliver data platform modernization, migration, and AI enablement initiatives leveraging modern cloud-native and enterprise data technologies.
  • Implement enterprise data governance and Responsible AI frameworks, including data quality management, master data management, AI governance, security, compliance, and data sovereignty considerations.
  • Support organizational adoption and business readiness for Data & AI solutions through stakeholder engagement, training, and operating model enablement.
  • Contribute to business development activities, proposal development, thought leadership, and the expansion of Sia s AI and Data offerings, accelerators, and platforms, including SiaGPT.

In addition, we are seeking technical experience across all or some of the below:

  • Strong foundation in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Generative AI, with practical experience delivering AI use cases in enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Python-based AI/ML ecosystems (e.g., Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain).
  • Experience designing and deploying LLM and Agentic AI solutions, including RAG architectures, AI agents, prompt engineering, orchestration frameworks, and vector databases.
  • Knowledge of modern AI platforms and cloud ecosystems such as Microsoft Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, AWS, Google Cloud, Databricks, or Snowflake.
  • Experience with data engineering and data architecture concepts, including ETL pipelines, APIs, structured/unstructured data processing, and enterprise data platforms.
  • Familiarity with MLOps / AIOps practices, model lifecycle management, monitoring, governance, and scalable deployment approaches.
  • Understanding of AI governance, responsible AI, security, and data sovereignty requirements, particularly relevant for public sector and regulated industries in KSA and the GCC.
  • Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
  • Ability to translate business problems into AI-driven operating models, analytics solutions, and transformation initiatives.
  • Exposure to sector-specific AI use cases across industries such as Government, Energy, Utilities, Retail, Transportation, Financial Services, or Healthcare.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise digital transformation environments, including integration with CRM, ERP, workflow, and customer platforms.
  • Experience contributing to or leading AI strategy, use case prioritization, PoCs, MVPs, and enterprise-scale AI implementation programs.
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and cross-functional product delivery teams.
  • Fluency in English is required; Arabic language proficiency is strongly preferred. Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is considered a strong advantage.

Desired Candidate Profile

To excel in this role, you should possess:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Master s degree in a relevant discipline.
  • 4 10 years of professional experience in Data Science, AI, Analytics, or Digital Transformation, preferably within a consulting environment.
  • Proven experience delivering AI/Data projects from strategy and use case definition through implementation and deployment.
  • Experience working with enterprise and government stakeholders in KSA or the GCC.
  • Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business value.
  • Ability to manage workstreams independently and contribute to proposal development, business development activities, and client relationship management.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud, AI, or analytics platforms are considered a plus (e.g., Microsoft Azure AI, AWS Machine Learning, Google Cloud AI, Databricks).
  • Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
  • Experience in local networks and aiding in business development, proposal, and RFPs
  • It is essential to work independently, functionally, and cross-functionally with large client and vendor teams to deliver quality and comprehensive solutions.
  • Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to build networks and influence stakeholders effectively
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • An entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving

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