Director Artificial Intelligence

Position Summary

Orange EV is a technology-forward OEM seeking a Director of Artificial Intelligence to serve as the company's AI authority and strategic enabler. This role reports directly to the CEO and ensures internal leaders can move quickly and confidently with AI while protecting the company's data, systems, reputation, and competitive position.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to shape how a growing, technology-driven OEM harnesses AI across its entire enterprise. You will work at the intersection of strategy, operations, and technology— with direct access to the CEO and the ability to influence how the company competes and grows.

Position Responsibilities

• Define the AI governance framework that gives business leaders the confidence to move fast without undue risk

• Be the trusted advisor who translates AI possibilities into practical, high-impact business decisions

• Operate as a hands-on strategist—more architect and guide than manager

• Build the foundation of an AI-capable culture in a company with the technical DNA to embrace it

Position Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in AI strategy, data science, machine learning, or enterprise technology leadership

• Demonstrated success designing and implementing AI governance frameworks, acceptable use policies, or enterprise AI risk management programs

• Strong business acumen—able to tie AI decisions directly to operational outcomes, margin, compliance, and competitive positioning

• Prominent ability to enable and guide non-technical business leaders through AI adoption, not just oversee technical builds

• Experience operating effectively as an individual contributor with executive-level influence in a fast-moving, resource-conscious organization

• Exceptional communication skills—able to simplify complex AI topics for a CEO, a plant manager, and a legal team equally