Director - AI Engineering

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Consulting Director – AI/ML Engineering

Posted by Brio Digital on behalf of our client


Brio Digital is supporting a leading organisation at the forefront of AI innovation to hire an AI Engineering Director - A unique chance to combine engineering expertise, people leadership and senior-level consulting to deliver AI solutions that improve an industry vertical at scale.

Applicants must either hold, or be eligible for, UK Security Clearance (SC).


The Role

  • Provide technical authority across multiple large-scale AI/ML programmes, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and production-ready.
  • Set the engineering standards, ways of working, and technical excellence benchmarks for teams.
  • Lead and grow teams of engineers and data scientists, supporting career development and fostering a culture of delivery excellence.
  • Operate as a senior consultant, engaging with C-suite and senior government stakeholders to shape strategy, scope projects, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Partner with commercial leaders to identify opportunities, build propositions, and support business growth.


What We’re Looking For

  • A proven technology leader with a deep engineering background (system architecture, ML/AI deployment, full-stack fundamentals).
  • Experience taking AI/ML solutions from concept into production in real-world settings.
  • Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of building, mentoring and inspiring high-performing technical teams.
  • Ability to operate as a trusted senior advisor, confident in consulting with stakeholders and communicating complex concepts with clarity.
  • Commercial awareness, able to balance delivery excellence with strategic and business outcomes.


Why Apply?

Through Brio Digital, you’ll join a client working at the cutting edge of AI for public good. This role offers the chance to:

  • Shape the technical direction of high-impact programmes in government.
  • Lead and grow exceptional teams of engineers and data specialists.
  • Be at the table with senior decision makers, influencing strategy and delivery at national scale.


This is a career-defining opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who can also inspire people, advise at the highest levels and bring AI solutions into the real world.

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Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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