Senior Scrum Master / AI Project Lead

About the role

DeepLight AI, an AI and data consultancy focused on Financial Services and Banking, is looking for a Senior Scrum Master / AI Project Lead in Abu Dhabi. The role drives delivery of complex AI and data science solutions for global clients, blending technical understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle with project management and business acumen.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple concurrent Data, AI and Mobile Internet Banking projects from inception to deployment
• Establish and implement flexible project management methodologies, combining Agile (Scrum) with traditional planning
• Identify and mitigate AI-specific risks such as data quality, model performance, ethics and regulatory compliance
• Bridge technical teams and senior business stakeholders, communicating delivery updates and AI capabilities and limitations
• Manage large project budgets and resource allocation across teams
• Run Scrum ceremonies, maintain documentation and monitor KPIs for executive reporting

Required profile

• Certified leader with a proven track record in data and AI delivery
• 7+ years managing complex technology projects, including enterprise-scale machine learning or data science projects
• Experience in the banking or financial services industry
• Proven experience managing budgets over $1M and leading large, cross-functional, often geographically distributed teams
• Solid understanding of data privacy, security and AI governance frameworks

Required skills

• Agile (Scrum Master) and traditional project management methods
• Full AI/ML lifecycle, from data preparation and model development to deployment and MLOps
• Project management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project and Azure DevOps
• Desirable: PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile certifications (CSM/PSM); masters degree; mentoring experience

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Health insurance
• Professional development and certification support
• Flexible working arrangements and career advancement opportunities