EPAM Systems
Director, Applied AI Transformation - Manufacturing & Industrial
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Director, Applied AI Transformation - Manufacturing & Industrial
Director, Applied AI Transformation – Manufacturing & Industrial
We're looking for a Director, Applied AI Transformation – Manufacturing & Industrial to join our team across Europe in a hybrid or remote working mode. In this role, you will lead large-scale AI and agentic transformation programs for global manufacturing and industrial enterprises, acting as a strategic advisor to C-suite executives and driving measurable business value through applied AI innovation.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute applied AI and agentic transformation strategies for manufacturing and industrial clients
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders on AI adoption and digital transformation initiatives
- Lead presales efforts including shaping opportunities, building business cases, and supporting origination activities
- Facilitate ideation workshops to translate operational and business challenges into actionable AI use cases
- Drive enterprise-wide AI adoption by identifying high-value opportunities and leading change management
- Lead cross-functional delivery teams to design, develop, and deploy AI and multi-agent systems at scale
- Maintain hands-on expertise with:
- Large language models
- Agent orchestration platforms
- AI ecosystems across major labs and hyperscalers
- Ensure AI solutions meet compliance, scalability, and security standards across regulated manufacturing processes
- Mentor EPAM and client teams to build internal AI capabilities and accelerate adoption
- Monitor industry trends and represent EPAM as a thought leader in manufacturing and industrial AI transformation
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Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing and industrial sectors, with a proven track record in business transformation or large-scale technology programs
- Strong understanding of:
- ERP landscapes
- Process automation
- Compliance
- Operational workflows (supply chain, production, maintenance)
- Proven experience:
- Advising C-suite executives
- Designing AI adoption strategies for complex organizations
- Practical experience with:
- Applied AI
- Large language models
- RAG frameworks
- Multi-agent systems
- Familiarity with:
- Major AI labs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft)
- Hyperscaler ecosystems (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Ability to shape business cases and convert transformational AI opportunities in presales contexts
- Leadership experience in managing global, cross-functional teams in regulated environments
- Exceptional client-facing communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business; MBA preferred
- Ability to travel as required
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Benefits
- EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Protection benefits:
- Life assurance
- Income protection
- Critical illness cover
- Private medical insurance and dental care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Competitive group pension plan
- Cyclescheme, Techscheme, and season ticket loans
- Perks, including:
- Free Wednesday lunch (in-office)
- On-site massages
- Regular social events
- Learning and development opportunities:
- In-house training
- Coaching
- Professional certifications and courses
- Participation in the discretionary annual bonus program (if eligible)
- Participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program (if eligible and hired into a qualifying level)
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