Artificial Intelligence Lead
2026-10-30T05:39:45+00:00
Standard Bank Group
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Banking
Management, Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations
2026-11-13T17:00:00+00:00
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Job Overview
Company: Stanbic Bank Kenya
Location: KE, Nairobi County, Nairobi, Westlands Road
Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: 80329581A-0001
Date Posted: 10/29/2026
Job Description
Design, build, test and maintain software solutions while contributing AI-enabled implementation capabilities that improve delivery speed, quality and operational reliability. The role supports modern engineering practices through software development, automated testing, CI/CD enablement, workflow automation, API integration, AI-assisted implementation patterns and repeatable engineering assets, while operating within agreed engineering standards, architectural guardrails and documentation requirements.
The role will provide executive leadership across AI strategy, innovation, delivery, architecture, engineering standards, governance, data enablement, adoption, benefits realisation and capability development
Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology or a related field.
Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, Analytics or a related discipline.
Professional certifications in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Platforms, Data Science, Responsible AI or Enterprise Architecture will be an added advantage
Experience Required
8-10 years
Proven experience in modern engineering practices (e.g., DevOps, Agile) across multiple engineering disciplines, with depth in at least one area.
Proven track record delivering large-scale AI and Machine Learning programs from strategy and design through production deployment, adoption and measurable business impact.
Demonstrated knowledge of AI governance, model risk, cybersecurity, data governance, cloud AI platforms and emerging AI regulation.
Experience in banking, financial services, fintech, telecommunications, consulting or another highly regulated industry.
Broad experience in translating business and functional requirements into technical specifications and developing the programming code to create the solutions.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Embracing Change
- Examining Information
- Interpreting Data
- Producing Output
- Taking Action
- Team Working
Technical Competencies:
- Generative AI, Agentic AI and Machine Learning
- AI architecture, MLOps and LLMOps
- Responsible AI and model risk management
- Cloud AI platforms and reusable AI services
- Data governance, security and regulatory compliance
- Production monitoring and cost optimisation
Additional Information
Our culture is defined by the values that guide every interaction, decision, and outcome:
- Deeply Committed – We deliver with purpose, accountability, and a focus on excellence.
- Boldly Pioneering – We embrace innovation, challenge conventional thinking, and drive meaningful change.
- Trusted Stewards – We act responsibly, safeguarding the interests of our clients, colleagues, and communities.
- Guided by Empathy – We value diverse perspectives and foster meaningful relationships through understanding and respect.
- Unfailingly Honourable – We uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.
- Design, build, test and maintain software solutions while contributing AI-enabled implementation capabilities that improve delivery speed, quality and operational reliability.
- The role supports modern engineering practices through software development, automated testing, CI/CD enablement, workflow automation, API integration, AI-assisted implementation patterns and repeatable engineering assets, while operating within agreed engineering standards, architectural guardrails and documentation requirements.
- The role will provide executive leadership across AI strategy, innovation, delivery, architecture, engineering standards, governance, data enablement, adoption, benefits realisation and capability development
- DevOps
- Agile
- AI governance
- model risk
- cybersecurity
- data governance
- cloud AI platforms
- Generative AI
- Agentic AI
- Machine Learning
- AI architecture
- MLOps
- LLMOps
- Responsible AI
- model risk management
- Cloud AI platforms
- reusable AI services
- Data governance
- security
- regulatory compliance
- Production monitoring
- cost optimisation
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology or a related field.
- Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, Analytics or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Platforms, Data Science, Responsible AI or Enterprise Architecture will be an added advantage
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Vacancy title:
Artificial Intelligence Lead
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Management, Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
Standard Bank Group
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 13 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, October 30 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Job Overview
Company: Stanbic Bank Kenya
Location: KE, Nairobi County, Nairobi, Westlands Road
Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: 80329581A-0001
Date Posted: 10/29/2026
Job Description
Design, build, test and maintain software solutions while contributing AI-enabled implementation capabilities that improve delivery speed, quality and operational reliability. The role supports modern engineering practices through software development, automated testing, CI/CD enablement, workflow automation, API integration, AI-assisted implementation patterns and repeatable engineering assets, while operating within agreed engineering standards, architectural guardrails and documentation requirements.
The role will provide executive leadership across AI strategy, innovation, delivery, architecture, engineering standards, governance, data enablement, adoption, benefits realisation and capability development
Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology or a related field.
Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, Analytics or a related discipline.
Professional certifications in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Platforms, Data Science, Responsible AI or Enterprise Architecture will be an added advantage
Experience Required
8-10 years
Proven experience in modern engineering practices (e.g., DevOps, Agile) across multiple engineering disciplines, with depth in at least one area.
Proven track record delivering large-scale AI and Machine Learning programs from strategy and design through production deployment, adoption and measurable business impact.
Demonstrated knowledge of AI governance, model risk, cybersecurity, data governance, cloud AI platforms and emerging AI regulation.
Experience in banking, financial services, fintech, telecommunications, consulting or another highly regulated industry.
Broad experience in translating business and functional requirements into technical specifications and developing the programming code to create the solutions.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Embracing Change
- Examining Information
- Interpreting Data
- Producing Output
- Taking Action
- Team Working
Technical Competencies:
- Generative AI, Agentic AI and Machine Learning
- AI architecture, MLOps and LLMOps
- Responsible AI and model risk management
- Cloud AI platforms and reusable AI services
- Data governance, security and regulatory compliance
- Production monitoring and cost optimisation
Additional Information
Our culture is defined by the values that guide every interaction, decision, and outcome:
- Deeply Committed – We deliver with purpose, accountability, and a focus on excellence.
- Boldly Pioneering – We embrace innovation, challenge conventional thinking, and drive meaningful change.
- Trusted Stewards – We act responsibly, safeguarding the interests of our clients, colleagues, and communities.
- Guided by Empathy – We value diverse perspectives and foster meaningful relationships through understanding and respect.
- Unfailingly Honourable – We uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 96
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
Standard Bank is a licensed financial services provider in terms of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act and a registered credit provider in terms of the National Credit Act, registration number NCRCP15
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