Principal (Director) Data Analytics & AI Consulting

Are you an exceptional technology leader who thrives at the intersection of business strategy digital transformation and state-of-the-art AI Do you want to take ownership of critical strategic decisions and build the future of EPAMs European Data & AI Practice

EPAM is looking for a Principal (Director) - Data Analytics & AI Consulting to join our team in London UK in a hybrid working mode.

In this senior-level role you will act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and executive-level clients helping them navigate complex data modernisation journeys and adopt production-ready AI.

As a key authority within the practice you will collaborate with other leaders to define our go-to-market strategies lead pre-sales campaigns design next-generation Generative and Agentic AI offerings and champion Responsible AI frameworks across the UK and Western Europe.

• Partner with C-level and executive stakeholders to define enterprise-wide data analytics and AI strategies that drive growth and transformation
• Lead the development of advanced UK and European practice offerings focusing on Generative AI Agentic AI and LLMOps
• Identify and qualify new Data and AI consulting opportunities owning the sales pipeline for existing accounts and new pursuits
• Architect high-level solutions respond to complex RFPs/RFIs draft commercial proposals and lead client pitches for large-scale engagements
• Shape scope and price consulting engagements establishing delivery models and optimal team structures
• Provide senior oversight and technical direction to cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality on-time delivery
• Champion EPAMs Responsible AI and security frameworks guiding clients on ethical AI deployment bias mitigation and compliance with regulations such as the EU AI Act
• Oversee transition from sales to delivery ensuring alignment of client expectations and technical requirements
• Provide leadership and mentorship to consulting teams fostering talent growth across data and AI disciplines
• Stay ahead of emerging trends such as agentic workflows and data mesh introducing new methodologies and representing EPAM at key industry events

• Bachelors Masters or PhD in Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Economics or a related field or relevant work experience
• Proven track record in a Director Principal or equivalent leadership role within a top-tier technology consulting firm
• Demonstrated success in driving business development leading pre-sales efforts and securing funding for large Data and AI projects
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence and advise executive stakeholders up to C-level
• Deep expertise in artificial intelligence machine learning and generative AI applications with strong knowledge of MLOps and LLMOps lifecycles
• Advanced understanding of cloud-scale data platforms such as AWS Azure GCP or Databricks and data engineering best practices
• Knowledge of data governance data security and emerging AI regulatory frameworks including the EU AI Act
• Experience orchestrating multi-disciplinary teams across regions and time zones
• Proactive and entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving with ability to bring structure to ambiguous business challenges
• Fluent in a European language such as Dutch French or German is highly desirable