Director of Data Science & AI

Quantium is a world leader in data science and artificial intelligence. Established in Australia in 2002, Quantium is a global team of more than 1,200 people across 14 locations with a unique blend of capabilities across product and consulting services to help businesses unlock value from data and analytics. Quantium partners with the world's largest corporations to forge a better, more intelligent world. Our US team partners with major retailers, banks and other enterprise clients across the country, embedding AI and data science solutions into everyday business processes.

About the role

As we scale our AI Solutions capability, you will lead the technical direction for our Consumer & Retail data science team, managing a team of data scientists to build AI applications that solve real client problems. You will combine deep technical expertise with people leadership, translating emerging AI capability into practical, production-ready solutions, while contributing to business development and building capability across the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of complex AI solutions, evaluating alternative approaches and setting technical standards for production-grade AI development across the team
• Manage a team of data scientists, providing coaching, mentorship and performance management, and fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous learning
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of AI solutions from design through to production deployment, balancing technical excellence with commercial pragmatism
• Contribute to technical scoping, effort estimation and client presentations during pre-sales, translating complex AI concepts into business value
• Shape the direction of the AI Solutions team, identify opportunities for reusable components, and stay connected to the wider AI ecosystem

Requirements

• 7+ years' experience in data science, AI/ML solution delivery or technical consulting, with a track record of leading teams to deliver production-grade AI/ML solutions
• Strong Python skills and practical experience building with frameworks like LangChain or LangGraph, with a deep understanding of GenAI and LLM applications
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), containerization and cloud-native development
• A track record of coaching and developing data scientists, building team capability and culture
• Experience with effort estimation, scoping and contributing to business development activities
• Strong ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Option to work in another country for up to 30 calendar days per year (eligibility criteria apply)
• Continuous learning through our AI Community, fostering thought leadership and technical excellence
• Regular team celebrations and social events

Work Culture

Working at Quantium will allow you to challenge your imagination. You will solve complex problems using rigor, precision and by asking great questions, while thinking big and pushing your problem-solving skills to the max.

• Forge your path: Many team members move around different teams or offices. You'll be empowered to make your career your own.
• Find your tribe: Embrace diversity and connect with like-minded colleagues (e.g., foodies, dog lovers, readers, or runners).
• Make an impact: Your contributions will resonate, regardless of your role or rank.