Global SVP, Data & AI x2 (Banking & Financial Services OR TechnologyMediaTelecom)

We are hiring two Global SVP Data/AI roles one focused on Banking & Financial Services and one focused on Technology Media & Telecommunications (TMT).

We are seeking a practitioner-first Global SVP Data & AI with commercial instincts a seasoned leader who combines deep technical mastery strategic insight and the ability to inspire confidence and excitement in clients and internal stakeholders to the Global Head of Data & AI this individual will act as a senior advisor to our clients helping them understand the strategic implications of Data and AI define where and how to invest and translate vision into actionable initiatives that lead to delivery work for Endavas global engineering and data teams. 

The successful candidate will be both a practitioner and a commercial leader: someone who can credibly engage with senior client stakeholders on Data and AI strategy while also driving the presales and advisory activities that create commercial demand. This role requires a balance of technical understanding business acumen and storytelling helping clients see how Data and AI can be applied to achieve tangible business outcomes responsibly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Practitioner-Led Client Advisory & AI Architecture

• Serve as a senior executive advisor to client C-suite and technology leaders on AI-driven transformation grounded in real-world delivery experience.
• Lead strategic conversations on AI/ML architecture platform modernization model lifecycle management governance risk and responsible AI.
• Move beyond vision-setting help clients define how AI systems will be architected operationalized scaled and governed in complex enterprise environments.
• Provide credible guidance on algorithmic design model performance data strategy explainability and AI risk management.

Commercial Growth & Opportunity Shaping

• Partner with Client Partners GTM and Delivery leaders to originate shape and scale Data & AI engagements across North America.
• Translate executive AI strategy discussions into structured commercially viable programs and delivery roadmaps.
• Identify high-value AI use cases aligned to measurable business outcomes (revenue growth risk reduction operational efficiency).
• Actively contribute to revenue growth pipeline expansion and strategic account development.

Thought Leadership & Market Presence

• Represent Endavas Data & AI point of view in executive briefings industry forums conferences and client workshops.
• Inspire confidence and excitement about the potential of AI through compelling storytelling grounded in practical experience.
• Contribute to whitepapers strategic insights and public-facing content that elevate Endavas brand in AI.
• Serve as a visible practitioner-evangelist for responsible value-driven AI adoption.

Cross-Sector Insight with Transferable Excellence

• Work across sectors while bringing depth in Banking & Financial Services OR TMT.
• Transfer best practices in AI architecture governance and scaling across industries.
• Ensure Endava clients benefit from leading-edge approaches informed by hands-on expertise.

Executive Credibility & Leadership

• Engage confidently with C-level executives engineering leaders data scientists and product teams.
• Bridge deep technical conversations and board-level strategic discussions seamlessly.
• Model Endavas values of partnership curiosity and integrity while building long-term trusted relationships.

Domain-Led Industry Impact - Bring deep industry expertise in either

• Banking Payments Capital Markets or Financial Services: fraud detection credit risk modeling AML regulatory compliance hyper-personalization operational automation.
• Technology Media and Telco (TMT): intelligent network optimization predictive maintenance customer analytics content personalization AI-enabled platforms monetization models and digital ecosystem transformation.

Qualifications :

Practitioner-First AI Leadership

• 15 years in Data & AI with a proven track record of architecting and delivering production-grade AI/ML solutions not just advising on strategy.
• Deep technical foundation in AI/ML including algorithms statistical modeling optimization and model lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience designing scalable AI architectures across cloud platforms (AWS GCP Azure) and modern data ecosystems.
• Prior experience leading AI engineering data science or applied AI teams.

Strong Mathematical & Coding Background

• Academic or equivalent foundation in computer science mathematics engineering statistics or related discipline.
• Demonstrated fluency in programming languages such as Python Scala or similar and familiarity with ML frameworks and data engineering stacks.
• Deep understanding of model performance risk bias explainability and AI governance.

Inspirational AI Thought Leader

• Passionate advocate for AIs transformative potential able to energize clients and teams around whats possible.
• Visible thought leadership: public speaking publications executive briefings or industry representation.
• Ability to bridge detailed technical discussions with board-level strategic conversations.

This role is ideal for a leader who

• Began their career as a technical AI practitioner
• Built and led AI teams
• Then evolved into an executive who drives strategy growth and industry impact.

Domain expertise

• Banking Payments Capital Markets or Financial Services: fraud detection credit risk modeling AML regulatory compliance hyper-personalization operational automation.
• Technology Media and Telco (TMT): intelligent network optimization predictive maintenance customer analytics content personalization AI-enabled platforms monetization models and digital ecosystem transformation.

Additional Requirements

• Remote-first role with a preference for candidates based on the East Coast of North America.
• Travel will be required to meet clients and attend internal or industry events (approximately 3040% of time).
• Valid passport and drivers license required.
• Occasional attendance at tradeshows or live events may require light physical activity (lifting up to 25 lbs).

Additional Information :

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package share plan company performance bonuses value-based recognition awards referral bonus.   
• Career Development: Career coaching global career opportunities non-linear career paths internal development programs for management and technical leadership.
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects rotations internal tech communities training certifications coaching online learning platforms subscriptions pass-it-on sessions workshops conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours employee assistance program.
• Health: Global internal wellbeing program access to wellbeing apps.
• Community: Global internal tech communities hobby clubs and interest groups inclusion and diversity programs events and celebrations.

Additional Employee Requirements  

• Participation in both internal meetings and external meetings via video calls as necessary. 
• Ability to go into corporate or client offices to work onsite as necessary. 
• Prolonged periods of remaining stationary at a desk and working on a computer as necessary. 
• Ability to bend kneel crouch and reach overhead as necessary. 
• Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment as necessary. 
• Vision abilities including close vision toleration of fluorescent lighting and adjusting focus as necessary. 
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance ability to lift 25 lbs as necessary. 
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record are required as driving is an essential job function.

*If requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees requiring accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs absent undue hardship.   

USA Benefits (Full time roles only does not apply to contractor positions)

• Robust healthcare and benefits including Medical Dental vision Disability coverage and various other benefit options  
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical Transit and Dependent Care)  
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverages  
• Health Savings account paired with our low-cost High Deductible Medical Plan  
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement plan with employer match with immediately vest   

At Endava were committed to creating an open inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels safe valued and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds experiences and perspectivesbecause we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit skills qualifications and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process please let us know.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time