Director, Applied AI Transformation - Telecommunications

multi-agent and AI-driven solutionsMaintain deep expertise in large language models, orchestration platforms and applied AI ecosystems across major AI labs and hyperscalersEnsure AI solutions comply with regulations and meet scalability, security and reliability standardsMentor client and EPAM teams to expand internal AI capabilities and improve delivery impactMonitor industry trends and champion EPAM’s thought leadership in applied AI for telecommunicationsRequirements10+ years in telecommunications with leadership experience in business transformation or technology innovationStrong understanding of telecom regulations, customer lifecycle, network operations and cost-to-serve economicsProven track record advising senior executives and implementing AI adoption at enterprise scaleHands-on applied AI experience including large language models, multi-agent orchestration and RAG frameworksFamiliarity with leading AI labs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft AI) and hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, Google

Cloud)Expertise in presales and business case creation to originate and secure AI engagementsExperience managing global, cross-functional teams in complex regulated industriesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills at executive levelAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Business; MBA preferredAbility to travel as requiredWe offerPrivate health insuranceEPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan100% paid sick leaveReferral ProgramProfessional certificationLanguage coursesEPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute

to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.Why Join EPAMWORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.

We’re looking for a Director, Applied AI Transformation - Telecommunications to join our team across Europe in a hybrid or remote working mode. In this role, you will lead enterprise-scale AI and agentic transformation programs for global telecommunications organizations, acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and enabling strategies that drive measurable business impact across highly competitive and regulated markets.ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute applied AI and agentic transformation strategies for telecommunications clientsAct as a trusted advisor to senior executives on AI adoption and digital transformation initiativesLead presales activities including opportunity shaping and business case creation for AI solutionsFacilitate ideation workshops converting complex telecom challenges into actionable AI use casesDrive enterprise AI adoption by identifying high-value opportunities and leading change management effortsLead cross-functional teams building and scaling