Data, Analytics & AI Quality & Risk Manager
Today Krakow, Poland
About us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Engineering
Data, Analytics & AI Quality & Risk Manager
The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to ensuring that our digital transformation initiatives are delivered with the highest standards of quality, governance, and risk management.
As our DAAI (Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence) Quality & Risk Manager, you will play a critical role in providing independent assurance across a growing portfolio of digital and AI initiatives.
In this leadership role, you will oversee Quality Assurance and Risk Assurance teams, establishing a trusted second line of defense for portfolio governance, compliance, and regulatory readiness.
You will ensure that programs, projects, and PMO deliverables consistently meet organizational standards while providing leadership with an objective view of quality, risk exposure, and readiness for key investment and decision-making milestones.
How You'll Make an Impact
Your Background
What We Offer
Ready for the challenge? Join Hitachi Energy and help ensure that our Digital & AI portfolio delivers with confidence, compliance, and excellence.
Apply now
Current employees apply here
The Opportunity
At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to ensuring that our digital transformation initiatives are delivered with the highest standards of quality, governance, and risk management.
As our DAAI (Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence) Quality & Risk Manager, you will play a critical role in providing independent assurance across a growing portfolio of digital and AI initiatives.
In this leadership role, you will oversee Quality Assurance and Risk Assurance teams, establishing a trusted second line of defense for portfolio governance, compliance, and regulatory readiness.
You will ensure that programs, projects, and PMO deliverables consistently meet organizational standards while providing leadership with an objective view of quality, risk exposure, and readiness for key investment and decision-making milestones.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Lead and develop Quality Assurance and Risk Assurance teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Establish and maintain a consistent assurance framework across the Digital & AI portfolio.
- Conduct independent reviews of project deliverables, business cases, and PMO artifacts to ensure compliance with established standards and governance requirements.
- Own and maintain the portfolio risk register, providing a consolidated and independent view of risks, issues, and dependencies across strategic initiatives.
- Lead stage-gate reviews, portfolio health assessments, and assurance activities to support sound investment and delivery decisions.
- Drive AI governance and regulatory readiness efforts, partnering with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with evolving regulations and responsible AI principles.
- Prepare executive-level assurance reports, highlighting trends, risks, compliance findings, and recommendations for senior leadership.
- Escalate significant quality concerns, non-conformances, and risk exposures, ensuring timely resolution and informed decision-making.
- Collaborate with PMO, delivery teams, Internal Audit, Compliance, and business stakeholders to strengthen governance and assurance practices across the organization.
Your Background
- Master's degree in Quality Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, compliance, risk management, program assurance, or portfolio governance within complex, multinational organizations.
- Demonstrated experience leading assurance, audit, risk, or compliance functions and managing high-performing teams.
- Strong understanding of quality management systems, risk management methodologies, and independent assurance practices.
- Experience conducting audits, quality reviews, and governance assessments within large-scale transformation programs.
- Knowledge of AI governance frameworks, responsible AI principles, and emerging regulatory requirements, including the EU AI Act.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior executives and steering committees.
- Relevant certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, PMI-RMP, MoR, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
What We Offer
- At Hitachi Energy, you will have the opportunity to shape how quality, governance, and risk assurance support the successful delivery of strategic digital and AI initiatives.
- You will work with global teams, influence key business decisions, and help establish industry-leading assurance practices in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
- We offer a collaborative and inclusive environment, exciting professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a more sustainable energy future through innovation and digital transformation.
Ready for the challenge? Join Hitachi Energy and help ensure that our Digital & AI portfolio delivers with confidence, compliance, and excellence.
Apply now
Current employees apply here
Additional Information
- Job category: Data Science
- Posted: today
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(k) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Stock Purchase Program
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote from Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Professional Coaching
- Shadowing Opportunities
Diversity And Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)