Senior Data & AI Specialist (TII)

About the Position

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a leading global research center dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge. They are part of the Abu Dhabi Government’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), which oversees technology research in the emirate. We are currently seeking a Senior Data & AI Specialist to join our team in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Data & AI Strategy Execution

  • Own and drive Data Analytics and AI initiatives from ideation through production and adoption.
  • Translate business, research, and operational challenges into analytics-driven and AI-enabled solutions.
  • Contribute to TII’s enterprise Data & AI roadmap, ensuring alignment with digital transformation and innovation priorities.

• Advanced Analytics & Data Enablement

  • Design and deliver analytics solutions including descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive analytics.
  • Work with structured and semi-structured data sources across enterprise platforms (CRM, ERP, innovation systems, research datasets).
  • Ensure analytics solutions adhere to data governance, security, and quality standards.

• AI & Generative AI Solutions

  • Design, prototype, and deploy AI-powered solutions, including generative & agentic AI use cases, intelligent assistants, and decision-support and automation solutions.
  • Develop solutions using popular AI ecosystems and models, including:
    • OpenAI-based models and tooling.
    • Anthropic-based models.
    • Google AI / Gemini ecosystem and others.
  • Ensure responsible AI practices, including model governance, ethical considerations, and enterprise controls.

• Low-Code / No-Code; Agentic AI & Automation

  • Leverage low-code / no-code platforms to accelerate AI and analytics delivery.
  • Enable rapid prototyping and business-led innovation while maintaining IT oversight and governance.
  • Support integration of AI capabilities into existing enterprise platforms and workflows.
  • Design and implement agent-based AI solutions that can reason, plan, and execute tasks across systems.

• Platform, Integration & Governance

  • Work closely with IT architecture, security, and data teams to integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support scalable, cloud-ready AI architectures.
  • Document AI solutions, data flows, and operational processes. Drive user adoption in collaboration with innovation teams and Research Centers.

Requirements

• Core Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience in data analysis, visualization, and insight generation.
  • Hands-on advanced experience in BI Platforms including SAP SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud) & MS Power BI for end-to-end delivery of comprehensive data insights, reports, and dashboards.
  • Hands-on experience with Generative AI and LLM-based solutions.
  • Experience developing or orchestrating AI agents / agentic workflows.
  • Experience using low-code / no-code platforms for analytics, automation, or AI enablement.

• Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, AI, or related field.
  • 6–10 years of experience in Data, Analytics, AI, or Digital roles.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering real-world AI or analytics solutions.
  • Experience working with enterprise stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to research, innovation, or advanced technology environments is highly desirable.

• Soft Skills

  • Excellent written, spoken, and presentation skills.
  • Strong technical skills and a solid understanding of software development.
  • Good time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
  • A good communicator with effective stakeholder management & conflict resolution skills.
  • A team player and an effective leader who can motivate their project team.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full-time position
• Opportunity to work in a leading global research center
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

About the Company

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a leading global research center dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge. Their team of scientists, researchers, and engineers works in an open, flexible, and agile environment to deliver groundbreaking science and transformative technologies. They are part of the Abu Dhabi Government’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), which oversees technology research in the emirate.