Director, Data Science & AI

Director, Data Science & AI

Austin, Texas

Quantium is a world leader in data science and artificial intelligence. Established in Australia in 2002, Quantium is a global team of more than 1,200 people across 14 locations with a unique blend of capabilities across product and consulting services to help businesses unlock value from data and analytics. Quantium partners with the world's largest corporations to forge a better, more intelligent world.

Our US team partners with major retailers, banks and other enterprise clients across the country, embedding AI and data science solutions into everyday business processes. As we scale our AI Solutions capability, we're looking for a Director, Data Science & AI to lead the design and delivery of production-grade AI solutions from our growing Austin hub.

As Director, Data Science, you'll lead the technical direction for our Consumer & Retail data science team, managing a team of data scientists to build AI applications that solve real client problems. You'll combine deep technical expertise with people leadership, translating emerging AI capability into practical, production-ready solutions, while contributing to business development and building capability across the team.

How You Will Make An Impact?

• Technical leadership:
  Lead the design and architecture of complex AI solutions, evaluating alternative approaches and setting technical standards for production-grade AI development across the team
• Team development:
  Manage a team of data scientists, providing coaching, mentorship and performance management, and fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous learning
• Solution delivery:
  Oversee end-to-end delivery of AI solutions from design through to production deployment, balancing technical excellence with commercial pragmatism
• Business development:
  Contribute to technical scoping, effort estimation and client presentations during pre-sales, translating complex AI concepts into business value
• Strategic contribution:
  Shape the direction of the AI Solutions team, identify opportunities for reusable components, and stay connected to the wider AI ecosystem

The Superpowers You Will Bring To The Team

• Technical depth: 7+ years' experience in data science, AI/ML solution delivery or technical consulting, with a track record of leading teams to deliver production-grade AI/ML solutions
• GenAI expertise:
  Strong Python skills and practical experience building with frameworks like Lang Chain or Lang Graph, with a deep understanding of GenAI and LLM applications
• Cloud fluency:
  Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), containerization and cloud-native development
• People leadership: A track record of coaching and developing data scientists, building team capability and culture
• Commercial acumen:
  Experience with effort estimation, scoping and contributing to business development activities
• Communication:
  Strong ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences

Remember – you might not tick all the boxes, but don't let that stop you from applying. We're more interested in how you work, your ability to solve problems and think big.

What Could Your Quantium Experience Look Like?

Working at Quantium will allow you to challenge your imagination. You will get to solve complex problems using rigor, precision and by asking great questions, while thinking big and pushing your problem-solving skills to the max.

By joining the Quantium team, you'll get to:

• Forge your path:
  So many of our team have moved around different teams or offices. You'll be in the driver's seat, and we empower you to make your career your own.
• Find your tribe:
  Embrace diversity and connect with your tribe (think foodies, dog lovers, readers, or runners).
• Make an impact:
  Leave your mark. Your contributions resonate, regardless of your role or rank.

What Else Can I Look Forward To?

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Option to work in another country for up to 30 calendar days per year, balancing your career with the freedom to work globally. Eligibility criteria apply
• Continuous learning through our AI Community, fostering thought leadership and technical excellence
• Regular team celebrations and social events

Quantium is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are a multicultural team of various beliefs, sexual orientations and gender identities. We celebrate our diversity of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status and disability status.