Sr Director AI/ML Learning

Job Description

The Senior Director of the AI and Innovation Team within the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) is responsible for leading a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the company's generative AI capabilities. This role involves overseeing the development of a sandbox environment for experimentation, building sample use cases, and ensuring that the team stays at the forefront of AI technology. The Senior Director will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, drive innovation, and champion the integration of AI solutions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
   - Develop and execute a strategic vision for the AI and Innovation Team, aligning with the broader goals of the OCTO.
   - Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in AI, ensuring the team adopts the latest technologies and methodologies.

2. Team Management and Development:
   - Lead and mentor a diverse team of AI developers and testers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
   - Identify and address skill gaps, ensuring the team has the necessary expertise to achieve its objectives.

3. Environment Development:
   - Oversee the creation and maintenance of a sandbox environment for AI experimentation and development.
   - Ensure the sandbox is secure, scalable, and user-friendly, enabling teams across the organization to explore AI solutions.

4. AI Solutions and Use Case Development:
   - Guide the team in developing and programming AI solutions using large language models (LLMs).
   - Build and document sample use cases that demonstrate the potential applications of generative AI.

5. Collaboration and Communication:
   - Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to identify high-impact AI use cases and integrate AI solutions into existing workflows.
   - Communicate the team’s progress, achievements, and challenges to senior leadership and other stakeholders.

6. Quality Assurance and Best Practices:
   - Ensure rigorous testing and validation of AI models and solutions, maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
   - Promote best practices in AI development and implementation, driving consistency and excellence.

7. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
   - Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging the team to explore new ideas and approaches.
   - Implement feedback loops and continuous improvement processes to refine AI solutions and methodologies.

8. Other Leadership duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in AI development, software engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record of leading and managing high-performing technical teams.
- Deep understanding of large language models (LLMs) and experience with AI/ML technologies.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

Preferred Skills:

- Experience in building and maintaining environments for AI experimentation.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and best practices.
- Proficiency in AI/ML programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results.

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