Director of AI & Machine Learning

MicroTech • Allen, TX

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About The Position

MicroTech is seeking a Director of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to lead and grow our AI capability across the business and for our customers. This is not a maintenance role, and it is not simply a senior engineering role. This is a leadership position for someone who understands both the business and technical sides of AI/ML and can turn emerging technologies into practical, scalable, and marketable solutions.
The right candidate will assess what we have today, strengthen and lead the current team, define a clear roadmap, and build solutions that improve internal efficiency while helping customers solve real operational and mission challenges. This person must understand how to evaluate and leverage commercial off-the-shelf AI/ML tools, determine when custom development adds value, and guide the company in building solutions that make those tools easier to use, more functional, and more relevant to customer needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, data science, information systems, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology, software, data, AI/ML, automation, or digital transformation roles
• 5+ years of leadership experience with responsibility for strategy, execution, and team development
• Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, including large language models, machine learning, NLP, retrieval/search, intelligent automation, and model deployment
• Experience evaluating, implementing, and integrating commercial AI/ML platforms and tools
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical capabilities into business solutions, products, or customer offerings
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and working effectively with executives, engineers, operations personnel, and business stakeholders
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain AI/ML concepts in practical business terms
• Experience in a small business or growth-oriented environment where speed, flexibility, and practical execution matter

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Federal, Defense, or other regulated-industry customers
• Familiarity with secure on-prem, hybrid cloud, or private cloud AI environments
• Experience with knowledge management, document intelligence, enterprise search, or workflow automation solutions
• Background in productization, managed services, or recurring service delivery models
• Experience developing AI solutions that move beyond prototypes into real operational use

Responsibilities

• Lead AI Strategy and Execution: Define and drive MicroTech's AI/ML roadmap across internal operations, customer offerings, and long-term growth initiatives
• Build Business-Focused AI Solutions: Develop practical AI capabilities that improve efficiency, support decision-making, and create value for both MicroTech and our customers
• Evaluate and Leverage COTS Tools: Assess commercial AI/ML products and platforms, determine best fit, and identify opportunities to enhance them through MicroTech-led development and integration
• Guide Product and Solution Development: Turn AI concepts into repeatable offerings, reference architectures, and managed solutions that can be deployed internally and for commercial and Federal customers
• Lead and Strengthen the Team: Provide leadership, direction, and accountability for the existing AI/ML staff while helping build a stronger, more disciplined capability over time
• Support Customer Growth: Work with leadership, business development, and technical teams to help position AI/ML solutions in the market, support demos and proposals, and show customers how AI can solve business and mission problems
• Drive Secure AI Adoption: Help shape secure on-prem and private cloud AI solutions, including environments where customers want to use AI against proprietary or sensitive data without relying on third-party public cloud services
• Create Repeatable Delivery Models: Develop approaches for implementation, support, monitoring, optimization, and managed services so AI solutions can be delivered consistently and profitably

Benefits

• Insurance (medical, dental vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days during the first year; 20 days annually after one year of service
• 401k Plan with Employer Matching Contribution
• 10 Company-Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Corporate Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees