Head of Data & AI

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Bangalore, Karnataka, India Until 9/5/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 7, 2026 Last posted July 7, 2026
Job description

What you will own

     Data platform architecture and delivery -- the foundation that everything else depends on

     Machine learning and AI system design, from model training through to production operation

     Real-time data ingestion and processing at scale across heterogeneous hardware and markets

     All foundational technology decisions: stack, tooling, infrastructure approach

     Production reliability of every system and model the team ships

 

     AI product scope and packaging

     Technical relationships with Driivz's most strategically important operator accounts

     Data strategy and technology roadmap

     teamwork with the CPO to define the art of the possible use cases

 

What we are looking for

Non-negotiable

     You have built a data or AI platform from 0 to 1 at a B2B SaaS or industrial technology company.

     You have shipped AI systems that execute decisions or actions in production.

     You have led a data or AI team across engineering and science disciplines.

     You are technically deep and commercially aware. You can design a data architecture in the morning and have a credible commercial conversation with a senior operator in the afternoon.

     You operate well under ambiguity. You are the person who turns the former into the latter.

 

Strong signal

     EV, energy, smart grid, or industrial IoT background or a clear track record of acquiring deep domain knowledge quickly in a new technical vertical

     Production experience with agentic or autonomous AI including cost optimization and efficiency

     Industrial or IoT protocol experience: OCPP, MQTT, or equivalent, high-frequency event streams from hardware at scale

     Snowflake at production scale: schema design, real-time ingestion pipelines, ML integration, cost governance

     Confidence calibration and threshold design for AI systems that operate without human approval on every decision

     Effective cross-timezone leadership: comfortable building a high-performing team while operating as a daily peer to global commercial and CS leadership

Driivz is a Vontier company and one of the world's leading EV charging management platforms, operating across 35 countries. Our platform powers charge point operators, utilities, fleet operators, and public networks at scale.

 

We exist because the transition to electric mobility is one of the most consequential infrastructure shifts of our generation. The people who join Driivz are here because they want to matter to that transition.

WHO IS VONTIER
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies.

Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry.

With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com

At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.

Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Join our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.

Together, let’s power the way the world moves!

About this role

Summary

Lead data and AI platform development, managing teams and ensuring system reliability.

Job title

Head of Data & AI

Experience level

senior level

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Bangalore, India; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

data platformAI systemsteam leadershipsystem architectureproduction deployment

Preferred skills

energy domainIoT protocolsSnowflakeautonomous AIcost optimization

Specializations

data platformmachine learningAI system designreal-time datacloud infrastructure
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

On-site City