Deputy Director, AI Development (Tech Strategy & Architecture)

About the role

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) works with financial institutions, AI firms, FinTechs, technology providers, academia and public-sector partners to support the responsible adoption of AI across the financial sector. Within MAS, the Financial Infrastructure & Artificial Intelligence Office (FIA) leads initiatives on ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, data and digital infrastructure, industry capability building and national-level AI initiatives. This Deputy Director role shapes the long-term technology strategy and architecture needed to support AI innovation in Singapore's financial sector.

Key responsibilities

• Assess emerging AI, data and digital infrastructure technologies and their implications for the financial sector
• Develop strategic roadmaps and reference architectures for future financial-sector capabilities
• Advance approaches to interoperability, digital identity, data exchange and trusted AI adoption
• Engage financial institutions, technology firms, researchers and public-sector agencies to build consensus on future technology priorities
• Provide technical input to industry-development, policy and national AI initiatives

Required profile

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, technology consulting, innovation or related fields within financial services, technology, consulting or the public sector
• Strong understanding of AI, data and digital technologies, including emerging trends and their implications for financial services
• Ability to assess emerging technologies and turn them into industry strategies, infrastructure priorities and practical recommendations
• Experience developing technology roadmaps, target-state architectures, digital transformation strategies or large-scale technology initiatives
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders across industry, technology providers, academia and government agencies
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences, and to write strategy papers, briefing materials and presentations for senior management

This is a 3-year contract. Applicants may be asked to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment during shortlisting, and are notified of shortlisting status within 4 weeks of the closing date.