Head of AI Platforms
Core
Build and lead the foundational platform layer for IHG's AI ambitions at enterprise scale, ensuring the infrastructure is secure, observable, cost-efficient, and built to scale across the entire technology organization.
Role type
Head of AI Platforms (Infrastructure Leadership)
Builds
Enterprise-grade AI platform, shared capabilities, and governance frameworks for IHG's AI initiatives.
Domain
Hospitality technology, Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Platform strategy definition, Enterprise architecture design, Governance framework establishment, Cross-organizational leadership, Cost optimization, Scalability engineering
Preferred skills
AI-native platform design, Agent governance, LLM cost control, Self-service pattern design
Technologies
Identity and access management, LLM frameworks, Cloud infrastructure
Responsibilities
Own and execute the AI Platform strategy roadmap, Lead Platform Strategy and Architecture, Ensure alignment with enterprise technology strategy, Establish architectural principles and standards for AI systems
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership with hands-on architectural oversight
