We are seeking a highly experienced and technically robust leader to head our Data & AI Engineering function. This role will be responsible for driving the technical vision, delivery excellence, and AI-first transformation across our data engineering and analytics teams.
The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on leadership approach, combining deep expertise in data platforms and applied AI with the ability to guide teams, architect scalable solutions, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Role Summary:
This position requires a strategic yet hands-on leader who can operate across data engineering, analytics, and AI, and drive the organization toward becoming a truly AI-native delivery function. The role demands a balance of technical depth, leadership capability, and business acumen to deliver impactful, scalable, and future-ready solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and implement the AI-first engineering strategy, including standards, frameworks, and best practices across all engagements
Lead, mentor, and scale a cross-functional team of data engineers, analysts,



and integration specialists
Drive adoption of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) as an integral part of the engineering workflow
Design and deliver advanced AI solutions, including:
LLM integrations ( Large Language Model)
Prompt engineering frameworks
Agentic workflows
RAG-based architectures
Architect and oversee end-to-end data solutions, including cloud data platforms, ERP integrations, and reporting systems
Act as the technical authority, providing hands-on guidance through solution design, code reviews, and engineering best practices
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and clients to identify opportunities for AI-driven optimization and automation
Establish and enforce data governance, quality standards, and responsible AI practices.Required Experience
10+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or data platform development
Minimum 5 years o

📌 Director of Data (India)
🏢 Valenta AI
📍 India