Senior Engineering Manager UAE

AI71 is an industry leader in artificial intelligence, delivering innovative solutions that empower developers, businesses and governments to solve complex challenges. AI71 builds secure, enterprise-ready applications powered by cutting-edge technology—tailored for knowledge workers and sector-specific needs. AI71 bridges the gap between advanced AI and real-world impact. Guided by a strong commitment to research and responsibility, we create transformative solutions that drive progress and empower communities.

We are seeking a visionary (Senior) Manager, Engineering to lead our cutting-edge engineering squads developing cutting edge AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of machine learning, natural language processing, LLM, Agentic AI along with experience in deploying such scalable solutions, with a good understanding of backend and front-end technologies.

• Lead and mentor a team of highly skilled engineers including front-end, back-end and ML engineers
• Drive the development of solutions leveraging next-generation AI and LLM technologies
• Collaborate with customers to deploy these solutions onto their tech stack and lead tech discussions with them
• Define and implement best practices for AI model development and deployment
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively
  
  Stay abreast of the latest AI research, engineering practices and industry trends
• Contribute to the company's AI strategy and roadmap
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and ethical AI development

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in AI/ML/Software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex AI projects
• Deep expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing
• Hands‑on experience with LLM architectures and Agentic AI Orchestrator (e.g., Transformer‑based models, Langgraph)
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Tensor Flow)
• Experience with large-scale distributed computing and ML infrastructure
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Track record of publications or patents in AI/ML is a plus

• Mission-Driven Work:
  Work on cutting-edge AI applications with a talented and passionate team, solving real‑world challenges in critical sectors.
• Unparalleled Opportunity:
  This is a chance to innovate and solve real-world challenges using AI at a company with unique access to world‑leading models and resources.
• Career Growth:
  We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and significant career growth opportunities as a foundational member of the team.
• World‑Class Environment:
  Enjoy a flexible working environment and the latest tools & technologies needed to do your best work.

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