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Associate Director, AI/ML

Singapore Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
As a senior AI leadership role responsible for driving end-to-end AI and machine learning initiatives, leading high-performing teams, partnering with business stakeholders, and delivering impactful, scalable solutions that create measurable business value.
  • Promotes internal mobility and encourages continuous development
  • Global exposure and opportunities to work on cross-border projects

About Our Client

A global leader renowned for innovative solutions, robust infrastructure, and driving digital transformation headquartered in Singapore.

Job Description

  • End-to-End AI Delivery: Lead and hands-on contribute to the design, build, deployment, and continuous improvement of AI/ML solutions across multiple business domains.
  • Business Problem Translation: Convert complex business challenges into well-defined AI use cases with clear success metrics and measurable outcomes.
  • Technical Ownership: Own the full AI/ML lifecycle, from problem framing and data strategy through model development, deployment, and ongoing monitoring.
  • Advanced AI Application: Apply a broad range of techniques including machine learning, data science, optimisation, and generative AI where they deliver tangible value.
  • Architecture & Quality Focus: Make pragmatic technical and architectural decisions that balance speed, quality, scalability, and long-term sustainability.
  • People Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of experienced data scientists, fostering a culture of technical excellence, impact, and continuous learning.
  • Stakeholder & Ecosystem Engagement: Partner with senior stakeholders and external technology partners to shape AI roadmaps, prioritise high-value initiatives, and contribute to industry thought leadership



The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or a related quantitative field.
  • At least 8 years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science, with a strong record of hands-on delivery in production environments.
  • Proven experience leading AI initiatives end-to-end, from ideation and experimentation through deployment and operationalisation.
  • Demonstrated people leadership experience, including mentoring, coaching, or managing technical teams in complex environments.
  • Strong technical depth across machine learning, statistical modelling, and applied data science, with the ability to select and apply appropriate techniques to real-world problems.
  • Experience with generative AI and large language models, including model evaluation, prompt design, performance monitoring, and responsible use practices.
  • Proficiency in data engineering and analytics tools (e.g. Python, SQL, distributed data platforms, and modern data visualisation tools), alongside sound software engineering practices and version control.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and ML lifecycle tooling, and the ability to review, guide, and contribute to production-quality code and model designs.
  • Comfortable operating as a player-coach, balancing hands-on technical contribution with leadership and stakeholder engagement.
  • Self-motivated, outcomes-focused, and effective in navigating ambiguity and loosely defined problem spaces.
  • Strong communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex technical insights into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
  • Passion for developing talent, with experience mentoring junior team members and fostering a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.



What's on Offer

As a growing firm with a tightly-knit team, the successful candidate will get the chance to contribute to a highly performing team while having the autonomy to make certain decisions for the team.

Contact
Winson Low (Lic No: R22106039/ EA no: 18C9065)
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6942618
Phone number
+65 6416 9865

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
Senior IT Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Winson Low (Lic No: R22106039/ EA no: 18C9065)
Consultant contact
+65 6416 9865
Job Reference
JN-022026-6942618
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.