Senior Director - AI Engineering/ Applied AI

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director - AI Engineering/Applied AI to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will lead the development and execution of applied AI capabilities that support decision automation and fraud detection. The Senior Director will guide a high-performing engineering organization, partnering closely with business stakeholders, product, UX, and engineering teams to shape AI roadmaps and deliver measurable business impact. The position will also establish governance, evaluation, and monitoring practices to ensure responsible, scalable AI solutions. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability
• Design and implement AI solutions to enhance decision automation and fraud detection
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business priorities into engineering roadmaps
• Establish best practices for AI model evaluation and governance
• Maintain systems for continuous model performance monitoring and testing
• Work closely with UX designers and engineers to create a seamless user experience
• Drive the company’s AI strategy to strengthen market leadership

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software, machine learning, or data engineering
• Extensive experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and decision automation
• Proven leadership in building and directing engineering teams
• Hands-on expertise in model fine-tuning and evaluation methodologies
• Strong understanding of model monitoring and compliance standards
• Excellent collaboration skills across departments
• Background in AI thought leadership, such as publications or patents

Benefits

• Inclusive culture reflecting core values
• Professional development opportunities that leverage unique strengths
• Highly competitive compensation and rewards programs
• Engaging work environment that promotes work/life balance and camaraderie

Pay

Compensation: $192,500 – $302,500 annually