Head of AI

HEAD OF DATA SCIENCE & AI

Location: Manila

Ready to build AI that customers actually use and that delivers real commercial impact

We're searching for a Head of Data Science & AI for a global fintech.

It's a build it, ship it, scale it mandate.

THE MISSION

Reporting to the CTO, you'll lead a multidisciplinary team of around 20–30 data scientists, ML engineers and AI specialists.

You'll turn ambitious AI ideas into reliable, production-grade products.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

* AI strategy, roadmap and delivery.

* Production AI across credit, fraud, risk, personalisation, customer experience and operations.

* The full lifecycle, from experimentation through deployment, monitoring and measurable impact.

* Technical direction across ML, GenAI, MLOps, cloud and data platforms.

* A high-performing, commercially focused AI team.

* Strong partnerships across Technology, Product, Risk and Commercial.

You'll also bring:

* A strong record of shipping AI/ML products into production at scale.

* Clear commercial, customer or operational results.

* Deep technical credibility combined with executive-level leadership.

* Experience building and leading substantial AI or data-science teams.

* A fast-moving, practical and hands-on leadership style.

Traditional banking experience is a strong advantage when combined with genuine fintech delivery.

LOCATION

Role is based in Manila, Philippines

International candidates will be considered if their fintech AI experience is exceptional and they are fully committed to relocating to Manila.

INTERESTED

Send me your profile and two examples of AI products you personally led into production including their measurable impact.

All conversations will be treated confidentially.

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