Director of Artificial Intelligence
hace 3 días
Bedminster
Job Description – Director of Innovation (Artificial Intelligence) About the Role We are seeking a visionary and strategic Innovation Director to lead the design, development, and execution of our artificial intelligence (AI) innovation strategy. This executive-level role will be central to shaping the company’s long-term competitive advantage through AI adoption, embedding emerging technologies into products, services, and internal processes. The Innovation Director will not only drive the development of AI-powered solutions but also serve as a thought leader, change agent, and culture builder. By partnering with leadership, engineering, product, R&D, sales, marketing, and external stakeholders, this role ensures the organization remains at the forefront of AI-driven transformation while maintaining a strong commitment to ethics, governance, and measurable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Vision • Define, communicate, and execute a forward-looking AI innovation roadmap, aligned with company strategy and long-term growth objectives., • Prioritize high-impact AI opportunities across multiple domains, including product development, customer experience, and operational excellence., • Continuously monitor global AI trends, platforms, and research breakthroughs to identify disruptive opportunities., • Lead the evaluation and piloting of new technologies, from generative AI and advanced analytics to automation and decision-support systems., • Oversee end-to-end delivery of AI initiatives, including architecture, development, deployment, and performance measurement., • Establish best practices in MLOps, governance, and responsible AI use., • Partner with R&D, product, engineering, and data science teams to embed AI into core offerings., • Collaborate with Sales to identify client-specific AI opportunities and co-create solutions that strengthen relationships and drive revenue., • Cultivate an AI-literate culture across the organization, offering workshops, training, and internal communications to increase adoption and reduce resistance., • Act as a “possibility catalyst,” helping teams understand and embrace how AI reshapes workflows, roles, and opportunities., • Champion responsible AI practices, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with regulatory and ethical standards., • Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to data privacy, security, and algorithmic bias., • Represent the company in conferences, academic forums, and strategic industry partnerships., • Build relationships with research institutions, AI vendors, and government/industry bodies to expand the company’s innovation ecosystem., • Define success metrics and innovation KPIs that tie directly to business outcomes., • Track ROI across AI initiatives and communicate results to the executive team and key stakeholders., • Continuously refine strategies based on data, lessons learned, and evolving market conditions. Qualifications • Master’s degree or PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field; MBA or equivalent executive degree strongly preferred., • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in innovation, AI/ML strategy, or product development., • Proven track record of delivering AI solutions at scale, from ideation through deployment and commercialization., • Deep expertise in AI architectures (e.g., transformers, generative models), ML frameworks, and modern infrastructure for AI/ML workloads., • Demonstrated knowledge of responsible AI frameworks, model bias mitigation, and regulatory compliance., • Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences., • Recognized as a thought leader through publications, patents, speaking engagements, or community leadership., • Entrepreneurial mindset with experience driving innovation in startups, scale-ups, or fast-evolving business environments. What We Offer • A leadership role with significant influence on company strategy and market positioning., • The opportunity to shape the direction of AI innovation in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment., • Autonomy to launch pilots, build partnerships, and scale new solutions across the business., • Access to advanced AI infrastructure, tools, and global partnerships., • Professional development opportunities, including executive education, industry conferences, and leadership forums., • A collaborative culture that values creativity, experimentation, and ethical innovation.