Associate Director, Technology Innovation

Responsibilities

Lead the development efforts in the field of Gen AI, including developing new algorithms, models, and techniques for analyzing and interpreting enterprise data.
Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders to identify new opportunities for innovation and research in the field of Gen AI.
Coordinate with a team of engineers and developers, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of GenAI/AI projects.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop proof of concept (POC) projects and prototypes that demonstrate the potential of Gen AI.
Portray as a thought leader for Gen AI, Gen AI roadmaps, and next generation technology direction.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in development implementing SDLC projects; minimum five years of recent experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Proven experience in bringing in AI platforms/Solutions to solve business problems and make a business impact; hands-on experience with Python, Azure AI foundry or Google enterprise Agent platform (Vertex AI).
• Strong leadership skills, experience managing and working with cross-functional team of developers and engineers; hands-on experience developing applications with AI technologies preferably GenAI; strong digital skills, fast learner on emerging technology and new ways of working.
• Able to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations and ability to apply multiple AI solutions to business problems.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; ability to set goals and participate in strategic initiatives for a team; foster the development of high-performance teams and interface with all levels of the organization; capability to participate in development of resource plans and structures and influence organizational priorities.