Head of AI / Data
The Head of AI / Data sets the overarching data and AI strategy for an enterprise or major division. They define long-term technical architecture, governance policies, and build-versus-buy platform decisions.
The Head of AI / Data sets the overarching data and AI strategy for an enterprise or major division. They define long-term technical architecture, governance policies, and build-versus-buy platform decisions.
The role demands executive leadership, a firm grasp of cloud and AI architectures, and the ability to discuss costs, risk management, and tangible business returns transparently with board members.
Methodologies & technical foundations (% penetration)
Infrastructure & tooling demanded in job specs (% penetration)
Seniority Level Breakdown
Corporate hierarchy distribution
Top Hiring Enterprises
Leading corporations posting this role
- Ares Management2 positions
- Synchrony Financial2 positions
- Prudential Financial1 positions
- Advanced Micro Devices1 positions
- CDW Corporation1 positions
- Franklin Resources1 positions
S&P 500 Sector Distribution
Industry sectors generating the highest hiring demand
- Financials63.2%
- Health Care21.1%
- Information Technology10.5%
- Consumer Discretionary5.3%
Live Enterprise Job Postings
Sample of active postings directly from corporate ATS boards
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Head of Data & AI
Head of Data Products - Cigna Healthcare
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