Director, Applied AI Transformation - Life Sciences

We're looking for a Director, Applied AI Transformation – Life Sciences to join our team across Europe in a hybrid or remote working mode. In this strategic role, you will lead enterprise-scale agentic and AI-driven transformation for global life sciences organizations including pharma, biotech and medtech. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will drive applied AI initiatives that enable innovation in a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute applied AI and agentic transformation strategies for life sciences clients
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives on AI adoption and digital innovation
• Lead presales efforts including shaping opportunities, building business cases and guiding solution design
• Facilitate workshops to convert complex business challenges into actionable AI use cases
• Drive enterprise AI adoption through change management and strategic value realization
• Lead cross-functional teams delivering scalable, compliant agentic solutions across business and IT domains
• Develop expertise in large language models, multi-agent systems and industry-leading AI platforms
• Ensure compliance and security for AI-driven solutions within regulatory frameworks
• Mentor internal and client teams to build AI capabilities and accelerate adoption
• Track market trends and promote EPAM thought leadership in applied AI for life sciences

Requirements

• 10+ years in life sciences with expertise in transformation or technology-driven innovation
• Strong understanding of industry regulations including GxP, pharmacovigilance and validation requirements
• Proven experience advising senior executives and driving AI adoption at enterprise scale
• Hands-on applied AI experience with technologies such as LLMs, multi-agent orchestration and RAG frameworks
• Familiarity with major AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft AI) and hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Ability to originate and convert engagements including presales and business-case development
• History of leading global, cross-functional teams in complex regulated environments
• Excellent client-facing communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Business; MBA preferred
• Ability to travel as required

We offer

• 26 paid holiday days
• Pension plan scheme
• Disability insurance (WGA Shortfall insurance)
• Long-term disability insurance (WIA Top up insurance)
• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuting to work - costs reimbursement
• Laptop + corporate simcard + corporate mobile device (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Bike lease
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses