Data & AI Strategy

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Riyadh, SAU
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Consulting • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads public-sector Data and AI transformation initiatives in Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities include developing enterprise AI strategies, data maturity assessments, target operating models, execution roadmaps, and government RFP proposals. The role manages consulting teams, pricing and resource models, executive stakeholders, steering committees, and complex multi-year engagements while translating technical architectures into actionable guidance for government leaders and delivery teams.
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Company Description

Tech for People Unlocks the Future

At Devoteam, we believe that technology, combined with strong human values, can actively drive change for the better. Discover how Tech for People is shaping the future, creating a positive impact on individuals and the world around us.
With over 25 years of passion for technology and a presence in 18+ countries across EMEA and beyond, we are committed to leveraging innovation, expertise, and human-centric values to make a difference.

Devoteam Culture & Values:
True innovation is born from a powerful culture, fused with meaningful values.

Culture:

Fair and courageous
Everyone is treated fairly – this fuels bravery. At Devoteam, we always make fair decisions. We listen and are willing to be challenged, taking courageous decisions as a result. We help our employees to progress at every step and congratulate those who deserve it.

Ambition and results
Ambition is nurtured at every step – this drives results. We are ambitious entrepreneurs with a taste for performance, growth and celebrating success. Commitments are always kept as we seek to achieve profitable growth to create value and employment. We aim to bring as much value as possible to our clients, at every touchpoint.

Learning and innovating
Curiosity and learning are at our core – this stimulates innovation. At Devoteam, we are curious. We learn and embrace innovation constantly to meet challenges and build partnerships of excellence.

Caring and sharing
A caring attitude is infused into our culture – this encourages sharing. We believe in the power of teams, we promote support and collaboration.
At Devoteam, we care about our teams and want to work in a positive, productive environment. We support the development of talent and careers, 

Values:

1. Respect
2. Frankness
3. Passion

Knowing that success is the result of collaboration. Alone, we go faster, but together, we go further.

To know more about us, please visit: www.devoteam.com
 

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Data & AI Strategy Consultant to spearhead public sector transformation initiatives across the Kingdom. This is not a back-office research role. We need a seasoned consulting professional with the technical depth to shape and architect enterprise AI strategies and roadmaps, combined with the commercial acumen to contribute to winning high-stakes government RFPs.

Qualifications

  • Bid Management & Presales: Lead the end-to-end authoring of comprehensive technical and financial proposals for complex government RFPs. Architect competitive pricing, formulate Level-of-Effort (LOE) estimations, and design resource models strictly aligned with public procurement guidelines. 
  • Strategic Delivery & Advisory Leadership: Direct cross-functional consulting squads in the delivery of high-impact strategic projects. Own the creation of Current State Evaluations, Data Maturity Assessments, Target Data & AI Operating Models (TOM), and multi-year Data & AI execution roadmaps. 
  • Executive Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary, on-site anchor for project steering committees. Manage complex relationships at the C-suite, Director-General, and Ministerial levels, skilfuly navigating scope changes and driving project alignment. 

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems (CIS), or Management Information Systems (MIS).

Professional Experience:

  • 13+ years of demonstrable experience in IT Consultancy, specificaly focused on Data Strategy, AI transformation, and presales/bid management.
  • Deep knowledge of the Saudi market is highly preferred, with a strong distinct advantage for candidates who have proven experience partnering with or consulting for Saudi governmental entities.
  • Proven ability to translate broad national visions into actionable, ROI-driven data maturity frameworks. Deep experience in proposal writing, bid management, and resource modeling for IT consultancy engagements.
  • Expert knowledge in designing Target Operating Models (TOM) for Data and AI. Familiarity with modern data architectures, organizational AI readiness evaluations, data governance, and strategic planning for enterprise-scale integration.
  • Exceptional ability to demystify complex data architectures for non-technical government leaders while simultaneously providing clear, actionable direction to engineering and delivery squads.

Certifications

  •  PMP
  •  Agile/Scrum Master
  • CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)

Soft Skills

  • Action-oriented and results-driven
  • Resilient and adaptable in challenging environments
  • Strong ownership and accountability
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Confident in engaging with senior and executive-level stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
  • Able to manage complex, multi-year engagements effectively

Language Requirements

  • English: Professional proficiency.
  • Arabic: Native / Fluent.

 

Additional Information

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Business Unit: Data & AI

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or Management Information Systems
  • 13+ years of IT consultancy experience focused on data strategy, AI transformation, and presales or bid management
  • Experience with proposal writing, bid management, pricing, level-of-effort estimation, and resource modeling
  • Expertise designing Target Operating Models for Data and AI
  • Experience with modern data architectures, organizational AI readiness, data governance, and enterprise integration planning
  • Ability to develop data maturity frameworks and ROI-driven execution roadmaps
  • Ability to explain complex data architectures to nontechnical government leaders and guide engineering teams
  • Deep knowledge of the Saudi market and experience with Saudi governmental entities
  • PMP certification
  • Agile or Scrum Master certification
  • CDMP certification
  • Professional English proficiency
  • Native or fluent Arabic
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The Company
Levallois-Perret
9,850 Employees

What We Do

Devoteam is a leading consulting firm focused on digital strategy, tech platforms, data and cybersecurity. By combining creativity, tech, and data insights, we empower our customers to transform their business and unlock the future. With 25 years’ experience and more than 10,000 employees across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Devoteam promotes responsible tech for people and works to create better change. Creative tech for Better Change

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