Group Lead, IT – AI Platforms

The Kraft Heinz Company • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Group Lead, IT – AI Platforms at a glance... you will be a central player in the design, development, and deployment of state-of-the-art GenAI solutions within our ecosystem. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including AI researchers, business analysts, and platform architects to deliver high-value proof-of-concepts (POCs) and scalable automated solutions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in data science
• 3+ years of experience in direct management of Data Science resources
• Significant hands-on experience with tools like Microsoft Copilot and LangChain, including designing, building, and deploying AI-powered automations and conversational agents.
• Proven expertise in integrating GenAI models, such as LLMs or custom AI models, into business workflows using low-code/no-code platforms.
• Strong understanding of Power Platform architecture, security, connectors, Dataverse, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience leading POC development from concept to delivery, with a demonstrated ability to translate business needs into actionable technical solutions.
• Solid programming/scripting skills in Python, ReactJS or similar languages relevant to Power Platform and AI integrations.
• Familiar with M365, Azure services, REST APIs, and enterprise data sources.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with an ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to a team of GenAI developers and innovators, guiding their efforts and fostering excellence.
• Design, develop, and implement innovative GenAI solutions using Microsoft Power Platform and open-source tools, with a strong emphasis on modeling and platform design.
• Collaborate with the GenAI Center of Excellence, business stakeholders, and IT teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Lead the creation of POCs leveraging GenAI to demonstrate the business value of AI-powered automation, conversational bots, and intelligent workflow enhancements.
• Facilitate the seamless integration of GenAI solutions into KHAI, the Kraft Heinz AI platform, ensuring security, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by staying current with emerging GenAI technologies, Power Platform releases, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical mentorship and knowledge transfer to team members and business users to foster a culture of AI-driven innovation.
• Document solution designs, workflows, automation scripts, and integration patterns to support maintainability and reusability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 7% 401(k) matching
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees
• An industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed