JOB DESCRIPTION:
Join Us to Shape the Future of Digital – where AI innovation meets meaningful impact.Are you a visionary digital leader ready to drive transformation at global scale?Do you thrive at the intersection of AI, data science, digital systems, and quality excellence? If you're motivated by building the future — we want to hear from you.Why This Role Is a Game‑ChangerWe're on a mission to become a market‑leading digital health company powered by sensor‑driven intelligence, and we're setting the benchmark for digital quality, customer experience, and regulatory trust.As our Director, Digital Data & AI, you will lead a highly skilled team shaping how data, AI, and predictive technologies fuel quality excellence and business performance.You will:Influence global strategy at the highest levelsBuild smart, predictive, and scalable systemsLead digital transformation across the business from product launch to customerBe a catalyst for innovation that impacts millions of customersYour ImpactShape the Digital VisionCreate and execute the global vision for digital capabilities enabling future‑ready, intelligent, and automated ways of working.Build Predictive IntelligenceDrive the design and implementation of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI tools that deliver actionable insights, early risk signals, and business‑critical predictions.Lead, Inspire & Develop TalentYou'll lead a team of data engineers, data scientists, and digital professionals while cultivating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth.Influence Strategy Across the EnterpriseWork cross‑functionally with global business leaders to align digital strategy with organizational objectives and business priorities.What You'll DoDefine and execute the Advanced Analytics strategy across the organizationEstablish governance, standards, and validated digital tools that enable a sustainable global operating modelPartner with leaders to identify opportunities for digital solutions that reduce compliance risk and improve efficiencyBuild and deploy complex analytical models that accelerate insights and improve decision‑makingStay ahead of emerging AI technologies and lead their responsible integration into quality operationsDrive structured organizational change and develop a network of digital ambassadorsDefine KPIs and performance frameworks for meaningful impact and scalePromote talent development, capability building, and a digital‑first mindsetWhat You BringWe're looking for a leader with a rare combination of strategic vision, technical depth, and real‑world delivery experience.You'll succeed if you have:A strong track record in data, digital, and AI strategy development and executionExperience leading the design and implementation of tech‑enabled business transformation (preferably within MedTech environment)Hands‑on delivery experience from concept to scaled adoptionExpertise across Machine Learning, Generative AI, and experimentation at scaleExperience with data governance, domain ownership, and analytics frameworksExceptional communication skills and the ability to translate business needs into scalable digital solutionsA mindset focused on innovation, value creation, and impactBachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Data Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field10+ years of leadership experience leading complex projects in the area of data analytics in a matrix environmentWhat Makes This Opportunity UniqueYour voice matters — shape strategy and influence decisions at the highest levelCross‑functional exposure — partner across business units to build future-ready capabilitiesCareer acceleration — we invest in people, leadership, and developmentInnovation culture — work with cutting-edge tools and build next‑gen systemsReal impact — your work supports life‑changing products and customer outcomesLocation – Sligo OR Donegal/Dublin/KilkennyReady to Lead Digital Transformation?If you're excited to drive global impact using the power of data, AI, and digital systems – please apply. Join Abbott today and Do Work That Matters.The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:Operations QualityDIVISION:ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:Ireland > Sligo : Castle StreetADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:Ie - Dl39S9 (Ireland)TRAVEL:Yes, 20 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable