Director, Applied AI Transformation – Energy & Utilities

We’re looking for a Director, Applied AI Transformation – Energy & Utilities to join our team across multiple European locations in a hybrid or remote working mode. You will lead enterprise-scale agentic transformation across business and IT for global energy and utilities organizations. Acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, you will drive the design, deployment and adoption of AI and agentic solutions that deliver measurable business impact in a complex, highly regulated environment.ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute applied AI and agentic transformation strategies for energy and utilities clientsServe as a strategic advisor to C-suite executives on AI adoption and digital transformationLead account-facing presales activities including shaping opportunities and building business casesFacilitate workshops to co-create actionable AI use cases aligned to client objectivesDrive enterprise AI adoption by identifying high-value scenarios and leading change managementLead cross-functional teams delivering AI and agentic solutions from concept to productionMaintain hands-on expertise with large language models, multi-agent platforms and AI ecosystems across major labs and hyperscalersChampion enterprise-scale solutions ensuring scalability, compliance and security standardsBuild and mentor EPAM and client teams to scale applied AI delivery capabilitiesMonitor market trends and evangelize EPAM’s leadership in applied AI for energy and utilitiesRequirements10+ years in energy and utilities with experience leading transformation or large-scale technology programsDeep understanding of energy sector regulations, HSE requirements and operational processes across trading, generation, grid and asset managementProven experience advising senior executives on AI adoption and innovation strategiesApplied experience with AI including large language models, multi-agent systems and RAG frameworksFamiliarity with leading AI labs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft AI) and hyperscaler platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Demonstrated ability to shape business cases and originate AI engagements through presales activitiesStrong leadership experience building and managing cross-functional global teamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills in regulated environmentsAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Business; MBA preferredAbility to travel as requiredWe offerEPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness coverPrivate medical insurance and dental careEmployee Assistance ProgramCompetitive group pension planCyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loansVarious perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social eventsLearning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and coursesIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus programIf otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program#J-18808-Ljbffr…