Fellow, AI Investigation & Incubation

AVEVA•San Leandro, CA

4d•$293,500 - $489,500•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a visionary and strategic AI leader to join our team. This is a high-impact, VP-level leadership role within the Chief Technologist organization, focused on pioneering the future of AI at AVEVA. In this role, you will lead the exploration and early-stage development of artificial intelligence capabilities that will shape the future of AVEVA’s products, platforms, and customer value. You will operate at the forefront of AI research and incubation, bringing a deep understanding of AI model architectures and the ability to critically evaluate emerging technologies beyond surface-level synthesis—guiding their evolution into scalable, real-world solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in AI, Applied Math, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in AI/ML-focused roles spanning applied research, incubation, or innovation within complex organizations.
In-depth and up-to-date understanding of cutting-edge AI capabilities, including foundation models, relevant to industrial applications as well as best-practices around AI solution development.
Expert knowledge of the AI ecosystem including open source and hosted models.
Prior experience building AI solutions for one or more of AVEVA’s key industries including: data centers, pharmaceuticals/life sciences, energy, manufacturing, renewables, and power systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Innovative thinker with a proactive approach.
Curious, research-driven mindset with a critical eye for separating hype from substance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Proven experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives.
Prior management experience and demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, and lead a distributed team.

Nice To Haves

Track record of contributions to research publications and technical conferences highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead AI Investigation Strategy: Establish and execute a structured approach to identifying and evaluating emerging AI technologies, research directions, and architectural patterns relevant to AVEVA’s strategic priorities.
Prototype & Validate Novel AI Capabilities: Design and oversee rapid, lightweight experiments and pilots to assess feasibility, value potential, and integration pathways.
Incubate High-Impact Concepts: Transition promising AI capabilities into structured incubation tracks with cross-functional input, ensuring technical maturity and business relevance.
Drive Technical Clarity: Ensure high standards of rigor in model selection, data use, and evaluation practices across investigations and experiments.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including emerging tech innovation, engineering, product management, and business development, to integrate technology trends into strategic plans.
Leadership: Build a team of and provide leadership and mentorship to AI technologists. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.